Chiang Mai’s air pollution the world’s worst again on Sunday

11 Sept 13:49 Key points summarised by AI

Chiang Mai registered the world's worst air quality on Sunday, primarily due to widespread forest fires within the region and neighboring Myanmar.
PM2.5 dust levels in Chiang Mai reached 85µg/m³, significantly exceeding safe levels across all northern provinces, with a regional average of 143µg/m³.

Torrential downpours forecast nationwide

Yesterday 12:46 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Meteorological Department issued its first severe weather warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall from October 18-25.
The warning covers potential flash floods, forest runoffs, and landslides across southern, eastern, northeastern, and central regions, including greater Bangkok.
The severe weather will unfold in two distinct phases, intensifying and expanding its footprint across various parts of the country.
Authorities urge communities in vulnerable areas to remain on high alert, with disaster response agencies placed on standby to assist residents.