Indonesian haze causes health issues in Hat Yai

Khaosod•Society•20h ago

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Haze from Sumatra, Indonesia, has drifted into Hat Yai, Songkhla, causing visibility drops and respiratory irritation for residents.

•Haze from burning areas in Southern Sumatra was carried by southwest winds into Southern Thailand.
•Visibility at Khao Kho Hong viewpoint and views of Songkhla Central Mosque and Songkhla Lake were obstructed.
•Residents in Hat Yai reported stinging eyes, nose, and throat, as well as skin itching.
•Parents are providing masks for children, and schools are advising students to remain indoors.

•On September 15, 2026, reporters reported haze and dust situations in Hat Yai Municipality, Songkhla Province.
•Southwest winds carried smoke from burning areas in Southern Sumatra into Southern Thailand.
•Haze at Khao Kho Hong viewpoint obscured the city view, Songkhla Central Mosque, and Songkhla Lake.
•Nanthiphak Trithong and Noppakhun Suksawang reported stinging eyes, face, and nose, as well as breathing difficulties.
•Nanthiphak Trithong and Noppakhun Suksawang used buffs or masks and washed their faces to reduce irritation.
•Jiraporn Chainarong stated that the smoke was thicker than the previous day, causing stinging in the nose, throat, and skin itching.
•Jiraporn Chainarong provided masks for children for outdoor activities and commutes.
•Teachers in Hat Yai Municipality schools instructed students to stay inside buildings and avoid playgrounds.

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Hat Yai(หาดใหญ่)ℹ️

A city in Songkhla Province affected by haze from Indonesia.

Songkhla(สงขลา)ℹ️

The province where Hat Yai is located.

Southern Sumatra(เกาะสุมาตราตอนใต้)

The area where burning occurred, producing the smoke that drifted into Thailand.

Khao Kho Hong(เขาคอหงส์)

A viewpoint within Hat Yai Municipality Park where haze coverage was evident.

Songkhla Central Mosque(มัสยิดกลางสขลา)

A landmark whose view was obstructed by haze.

Songkhla Lake(ทะเลสาบสงขลา)ℹ️

A body of water whose view was obstructed by haze.

Nanthiphak Trithong(นันทิภาคย์ ทริทอง)

A food delivery rider who experienced physical irritation from the haze.

Noppakhun Suksawang(นพคุณ สุขสว่าง)

A food delivery rider who experienced physical irritation from the haze.

Jiraporn Chainarong(จิราพร ไชยณรงค์)

A parent in Hat Yai who provided masks to children due to the haze.

Hat Yai Municipality(เทศบาลนครหาดใหญ่)

The local administrative area experiencing the haze situation.