MOPH warns of PM2.5 rise in Bangkok and Central Region from November

Khaosod•Society•14m ago

Reader Briefing

The Ministry of Public Health warns of increased PM2.5 dust levels in Bangkok, its vicinity, and the Central region starting in November.

•Minister of Public Health Phatthana Promphat expects dust levels to rise from November onwards.
•Affected areas include Bangkok, its vicinity, and the Central region.
•The Ministry of Public Health has ordered agencies to prepare health care measures and risk communication.
•The Department of Health recommends using Air4Thai, AirBKK, or Life Dee apps to monitor dust levels.

Overview

•On November 13, 2026, Phatthana Promphat disclosed the PM2.5 situation.
•Phatthana Promphat stated that winter weather with low air pressure and poor ventilation, combined with pollution sources, contributes to dust accumulation.
•The Ministry of Public Health has instructed health agencies to monitor the situation closely and prepare response plans for risk areas and vulnerable groups.
•Somruek Chungsaman has ordered relevant agencies to prepare health care measures and coordinate with local units to provide health advice.
•Somruek Chungsaman assigned health districts and provinces to assess risks and prepare screening and referral systems for patients.
•Thiti Sawaengtham advised the public to avoid outdoor activities when dust levels are high, specifically for risk groups.
•Thiti Sawaengtham recommended wearing N95 or KN95 masks, closing doors and windows, and using dust-free rooms when levels are high.
•Thiti Sawaengtham urged people with underlying diseases to prepare medication and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms like frequent coughing or chest tightness.

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Key Quotes

Thiti Sawaengtham

"I request cooperation from the public to stop burning garbage and agricultural materials, reduce activities that cause dust, and follow announcements from relevant agencies."

ขอความร่วมมือประชาชนงดเผาขยะและวัสดุการเกษตร ลดกิจกรรมที่ก่อให้เกิดฝุ่น และติดตามประกาศจากหน่วยงานที่เกี่ยวข้อง

Key Entities

Person

Phatthana Promphat(พัฒนา พร้อมพัฒน์)

Minister of Public Health.

Somruek Chungsaman(สมฤกษ์ จึงสมาน)

Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health.

Thiti Sawaengtham(ธิติ แสวงธรรม)

Director General of the Department of Health.

Organization

Ministry of Public Health(กระทรวงสาธารณสุข)

The government ministry responsible for public health that is monitoring PM2.5 levels.

Department of Health(กรมอนามัย)ℹ️

An agency under the Ministry of Public Health providing health advice and tools to combat PM2.5.

Place

Bangkok(กทม.)ℹ️

An area expected to see an increase in PM2.5 dust levels.

Central Region(ภาคกลาง)

A region expected to see an increase in PM2.5 dust levels.