Tag: air pollution
Rising public frustration in Thailand over Chiang Mai’s air pollution crisis
Authorities blamed the recurring haze on forest fires and the burning of land for agricultural cultivation in the surrounding areas
Thai tourist hotspot Chiang Mai tops world’s most polluted cities
High levels of pollution frequently hit Thaksin's hometown of Chiang Mai during the early months of the year when farmers often burn crops
Bangkok says work from home as pollution blankets city
Bangkok and the northern city of Chiang Mai ranked among the most polluted cities in the world on a number of days last year
Thai court orders emergency plan to improve air quality
A draft Clean Air Act endorsed by Srettha's cabinet, aimed at tackling the problem, passed its first reading in parliament
Report: Forest encroachment for maize cultivation increased in Lower Mekong
In total, maize farming increased more than 38% from 13 million rai to 18 million rai - almost the size of Belgium - between 2015 and 2023
Thailand chokes on pollution but greens struggle to be heard in...
Green movements have gained little traction with Thai voters
Thailand air pollution leads millions to seek medical help
Respiratory problems, dermatitis, eye inflammation and sore throats were among the most common medical issues
Corn, wildfires blamed for dense smog in northern Thailand, Laos
Residents across northern Thailand and Laos as well as Shan state in Myanmar have been suffering from the worst smog in years
Hazardous Thai pollution deters tourists
Smoke from forest fires and farmers burning crop stubble has suffocated the tourist city of Chiang Mai
Work-from-home order issued as Thai city chokes on pollution
Smoke from forest fires and farmers burning crop stubble has blanketed the popular tourist destination in recent weeks
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