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MOPH warns of rising PM2.5 in Bangkok and vicinity this November

MOPH warns of rising PM2.5 in Bangkok and vicinity this November

Matichon•General•22m ago

Reader Briefing

The Ministry of Public Health warns of increasing PM2.5 levels starting November 2026, particularly in Bangkok, its vicinity, and the Central region.

  • •PM2.5 levels are expected to rise from November 2026 onwards.
  • •Bangkok, surrounding provinces, and the Central region are identified as high-risk areas.
  • •The Ministry of Public Health has ordered health measures to protect the public and vulnerable groups.
  • •The Department of Health recommends using N95 or KN95 masks and checking air quality via applications.

Overview

  • •On November 13, Pattana Promphat announced that PM2.5 levels may increase starting November 2026.
  • •Low air pressure and poor ventilation during the winter season, combined with pollution sources, may contribute to dust accumulation.
  • •Pattana Promphat instructed public health agencies to closely monitor the situation and prepare response plans for risk areas and vulnerable groups.
  • •Somruek Chungsaman ordered relevant agencies to prepare health care measures, risk communication, and health service readiness.
  • •Somruek Chungsaman assigned health districts and provinces to assess risks and prepare screening and referral systems for patients.
  • •Thiti Sawaengtham advised the public to check dust levels via Air4Thai, AirBKK, or Life Dee applications before leaving home.
  • •Thiti Sawaengtham recommended that the public avoid outdoor activities, wear N95 or KN95 masks, and use dust-free rooms when levels are high.
  • •Thiti Sawaengtham requested that the public stop burning waste and agricultural materials.

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Key Quotes

Thiti Sawaengtham
"I request cooperation from the public to refrain from burning garbage and agricultural materials, reduce activities that cause dust, and follow announcements from relevant agencies."
ขอความร่วมมือประชาชนงดเผาขยะและวัสดุการเกษตร ลดกิจกรรมที่ก่อให้เกิดฝุ่น และติดตามประกาศจากหน่วยงานที่เกี่ยวข้อง

Key Entities

Organization

Ministry of Public Health(กระทรวงสาธารณสุข)
The government ministry responsible for monitoring PM2.5 levels and preparing health response plans.
Department of Health(กรมอนามัย)ℹ️
The government department providing health advice and the dust-free room platform.

Person

Pattana Promphat(พัฒนา พร้อมพัฒน์)
The Minister of Public Health.
Somruek Chungsaman(สมฤกษ์ จึงสมาน)
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health.
Thiti Sawaengtham(ธิติ แสวงธรรม)
The Director-General of the Department of Health.

Place

Bangkok(กรุงเทพมหานคร)ℹ️
An area identified as being at high risk for increased PM2.5 levels.
Central Region(ภาคกลาง)
A region identified as being at risk for increased PM2.5 levels.