Thailand is currently facing a severe heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius, exacerbated by dangerous levels of air pollution from PM2.5 particles. Meteorological authorities warn that these harsh conditions are expected to persist in the coming hours.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has announced that provincial governors can declare disaster zones due to rising air pollution levels. This decision comes as 31 provinces report dangerously high levels of PM2.5 particles.
Thailand is facing a severe environmental crisis as dangerous levels of smog blanket Bangkok and 58 other provinces. The situation has prompted serious health warnings from authorities.
Chiang Mai, a popular tourist destination in northern Thailand, is facing a severe health crisis due to unprecedented levels of air pollution. Local residents, including coconut vendors, are expressing their daily struggles with the hazardous smog threatening their health.
A new report on air pollution in Europe reveals that five of the most polluted cities are in Turkey, while Finland boasts the cleanest cities. Despite this, Turkey has not significantly improved its air quality levels.