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PM2.5 linked to brain damage and dementia, stroke risk rises
PM2.5 linked to brain damage and dementia, stroke risk rises
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
Doctors warn prolonged exposure may damage brain blood vessels across all age groups, increasing risks of stroke, dementia and cognitive decline.Bangkok PM2.5 remains within standard over Songkran period
Bangkok PM2.5 remains within standard over Songkran period
SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026
PM2.5 levels across Bangkok are staying within the official limit during Songkran, with forecasts pointing to better air quality and generally good conditions ahead.Public Health Ministry steps up response as PM2.5 hits 41 provinces
Public Health Ministry steps up response as PM2.5 hits 41 provinces
MONDAY, APRIL 06, 2026
PM2.5 has exceeded safety limits in 41 provinces, with hazardous levels reported in 13. Twelve PHEOCs have been activated in the North as pollution is expected to worsen over the next one to two days.Thailand’s PCD orders burn ban in 17 northern provinces over PM2.5
Thailand’s PCD orders burn ban in 17 northern provinces over PM2.5
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Authorities are urging residents to stop all burning, wear N95 masks and follow air quality updates as PM2.5 and haze continue to hit the North.Bangkok PM2.5 stays moderate, but Prawet tops 44
Bangkok PM2.5 stays moderate, but Prawet tops 44
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Bangkok’s average PM2.5 level stood at 30.9 µg/m³ on April 5, though several districts rose into the orange zone, with Prawet recording the highest reading.Toxic dust crisis engulfs Chiang Mai as doctors warn of acute symptoms
Toxic dust crisis engulfs Chiang Mai as doctors warn of acute symptoms
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Chiang Mai remained under choking haze for a 10th straight day, with red-level PM2.5 readings and health officials warning of both immediate and long-term risks.Thailand braces for 41C heat, storms and severe dust in North and Northeast
Thailand braces for 41C heat, storms and severe dust in North and Northeast
TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2026
Thailand faces extreme heat above 41C, with thunderstorms, strong winds and severe dust hitting the North and Northeast, while the South braces for scattered rainInterior Ministry orders tougher PM2.5 curbs in 17 northern provinces
Interior Ministry orders tougher PM2.5 curbs in 17 northern provinces
TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2026
The Interior Ministry has ordered governors in 17 northern provinces to intensify PM2.5 mitigation, enforce the law strictly and sustain action until conditions return to normal.Thailand puts 9 provinces on red PM2.5 alert as symptoms rise
Thailand puts 9 provinces on red PM2.5 alert as symptoms rise
SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2026
More than 55% of people exposed to the haze have reported symptoms, officials said, with northern and northeastern provinces facing persistent pollution this week.