Air pollution in Thailand, particularly in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, has been a recurring problem, with pollution levels exceeding safe limits on certain days. - Image from Reuters.
BANGKOK (Bernama): The Thai government has taken steps to address air pollution by approving the Clean Air Act.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin declared the issue of PM2.5 particulates a national agenda and emphasized that clean air is a basic right for the people.
PM2.5 refers to fine particulate matter with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or smaller, which can be hazardous to health when present in high levels.
Air pollution in Thailand, particularly in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, has been a recurring problem, with pollution levels exceeding safe limits on certain days. This pollution is often caused by a combination of factors, including open burning and industrial emissions.
The Clean Air Act is now set to undergo parliamentary debate as part of the legislative process. The government aims to implement short, medium, and long-term measures to improve air quality and ensure a healthy environment for the well-being of the people.
To further address the issue, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit Chiang Mai and oversee efforts to combat PM2.5 particulates.
This includes observing a royal rainmaking operation aimed at alleviating the haze problem caused by air pollution.
Additionally, the prime minister will receive briefings on solutions for hotspot areas and the construction of fire lines to control forest fires. - Bernama
