Northern Thailand Hit Hard: PM 2.5 Dust Levels Exceed Standards in 21 Provinces

On February 18, 2024, the Air Pollution Solution Communication Center reported air quality monitoring results showing PM 2.5 dust levels exceeding standards in multiple provinces, with Northern Thailand most severely impacted. Provinces with high dust levels include Nonthaburi, Phayao, Nan, Lamphun, Lampang, Chiang Mai, Phrae, Uttaradit, Phitsanulok, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Saraburi, Suphan Buri, Kanchanaburi, Sa Kaeo, and Trat. Health recommendations include: - General public: Monitor health, reduce outdoor activities - Special health groups: Minimize outdoor exposure, use protective equipment The 7-day forecast indicates increasing dust levels in most regions, particularly in Northern Thailand between February 19-25, 2024.