PM2.5 dust pollution appears to be worse. Not only worse than during almost three years of the Covid-19 pandemic but in previous years as well.
Regardless of efforts, budget, and policies, forest fires continue to be the main source of PM2.5 in Bangkok and other parts of the kingdom, with no sign of improvement. Meanwhile, instead of seeing a clear sky after winter, the pollution problem may only get worse until the arrival of the rainy season in May unless concerted actions are promptly taken by relevant agencies.
