Thailand’s new air quality standard to take effect on June 1st

13 Sept 08:33 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand will implement stricter air quality standards from June 1st, reducing the PM2.5 limit from 50 to 37.5 microns and the AQI standard from 91 to 75.1.
These new standards aim to align Thailand with the World Health Organisation's guidelines, enhancing public health protection.
A revised five-level, color-coded Air Quality Index (AQI) will be introduced, ranging from 'very good' (Blue, 0-25) to 'hazardous' (Red, over 200), each with specific health recommendations.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has instructed state agencies to prepare for the new standards and tasked the Department of Pollution Control with public education on these changes.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.