Air Pollution in Paradise: A Short Overview of Thailand's Air Pollution Problems
Breathless in Bangkok: A Tale of Air Pollution, PM2.5, and Government (In)Action Welcome to Thailand, where the air is thick with... well, not just the aroma of delicious street food, but also a not-so-delightful cocktail of pollutants. Let's dive into the hazy world of Thailand's air pollution problems, the infamous PM2.5 particles, and the government's attempts to tackle (or not) this invisible menace. The Invisible Enemy: PM2.5 PM2.5 particles are tiny, sneaky foes—so small they can infiltrate your lungs and even enter your bloodstream. These microscopic menaces come from various sources: vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, and agricultural burning. In Thailand, they're a chronic problem, especially during the dry season from November to April, when farmers burn fields and the weather traps pollutants close to the ground. Selfish Farmers and Local Losers: Fueling the Fire One of the major contributors to Thailand's air pollution woes is the selfish practice of...