PM2.5 dust levels exceed standards in 11 provinces, but are expected to decrease over the next seven days. The Air Pollution Resolution Communication Center is informing people in areas where dust levels exceed standards to monitor their health. The Pollution Control Department's Air Pollution Resolution Communication Center reported on air quality monitoring, stating that the overall PM2.5 levels in the country exceeded the standard in 11 provinces: Nan, Saraburi, Nong Khai, Udon Thani, Nakhon Phanom, Sakon Nakhon, Mukdahan, Khon Kaen, Kalasin, Yasothon, and Ubon Ratchathani. The results of the measurements by region are as follows: Northern region exceeds standard in 2 areas, measured at 8.5 - 39.8 micrograms/cubic meter. Northeastern region, mostly above standard, measured at 25.8 - 49.4 micrograms/cubic meter. Central and Western regions exceeded the standard in 1 area, with measurements of 10.0 - 40.9 micrograms/cubic meter. Eastern region: Overall, the level is very good, with measurements of 3.9 - 15.7 micrograms/cubic meter. The Southern region is in a very good condition overall, with measurements of 5.8 - 10.9 micrograms/cubic meter. Bangkok and its vicinity, measured by the Pollution Control Department's monitoring stations in collaboration with the BMA, are generally in good condition, with measurements of 10.0 - 34.7 micrograms/cubic meter. For the forecast of the dust situation for the next 7 days, between 11 - 17 October 2024 The Bangkok and surrounding areas tend to decrease from 11-17 October 2024. 17 northern provinces have a downward trend from 11-17 October 2024. Northeastern region tends to decrease on 11-17 October 2024. Eastern region tends to decrease on 11-17 October 2024 and continues to be good. The South is consistently very good. The Pollution Control Department recommends that people in areas where dust levels exceed standards should monitor their health, reduce the time spent on outdoor activities, or use personal protective equipment. People who need special care for their health should reduce the time spent on outdoor activities or use personal protective equipment. If they experience health symptoms, they should consult a doctor. People can follow the situation via the websites Air4Thai.com and airbkk.com, the Air4Thai application and AirBKK. Source: Thai News Agency
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