Chiang Mai Faces Severe Air Pollution Amidst Record Hotspots
• Chiang Mai is experiencing severe air pollution due to widespread forest fires, leading to a dense haze.
• Record number of hotspots detected via satellite, with 'very unhealthy' PM2.5 levels reported.
• Residents report health issues like nosebleeds and rashes, especially among children, due to the pollution.
Severe air pollution crisis in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is currently facing a severe air pollution crisis, with BBC News reporting a significant increase in forest fires across Thailand. The city is enveloped in a thick haze, accompanied by a constant burning smell. IQAir has identified Chiang Mai as one of the most polluted cities worldwide. Satellite data reveals an unprecedented 4,750 hotspots throughout Thailand, primarily in forested areas. As of Wednesday morning, Chiang Mai's PM2.5 level was classified as 'very unhealthy,' indicating a high concentration of hazardous particulate matter.
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