Increased PM2.5 dust in the air of Bangkok and suburbs today

13 Sept 05:50 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok and its suburbs report increasing PM2.5 dust levels, though they remain below the 50-micron safety threshold.
Northern provinces are experiencing significantly worsened haze, with seven areas classified as "red zones" due to dangerously high PM2.5 concentrations exceeding 100 microns.
Forest fires and the burning of farm waste are identified as the primary causes of the severe air pollution in the north, prompting firefighting efforts in areas like Lampang where PM2.5 levels reached over 200 microns.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.