BMA cautions Bangkok residents of high PM2.5 levels from Nov 9-12

BANGKOK: Bangkok residents should beware of harmful levels of PM2.5 from Nov 9-12, the city administration cautioned on Wednesday (Nov 8).

The assistant secretary to the Bangkok governor and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) spokesman, Aekvarunyoo Amrapala, said that due to co-related factors and the weather, air quality was expected to be poor from Nov 9-12.

The concentration of PM2.5 particles — particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns in diameter — were expected to be high, reaching the “orange zone”, which could have adverse affects on public health, the official said.

To prepare for this situation, the BMA has urged residents to wear masks when going outside, especially vulnerable groups like the elderly, pregnant women, young children, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions.

Those who experience symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, runny nose, difficulty in breathing, fatigue, rashes, or red eyes, are advised to seek medical attention promptly. – The Nation/ANN