Smog returned to Bangkok with PM 2.5 dust exceeding safe levels at seven monitoring stations on Tuesday morning, with up to 57 microgrammes per cubic metre of air.
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s environment office reported that levels of PM2.5 rose above safe levels in Bang Khen Laksi, Phasicharoen, Bang Sue, Pathumwan, Bang Kho Laem and Khong San.
A city clerk advised people in affected areas to take care of their health.
If they experienced coughing, breathing difficulties and eye irritation they should reduce the duration of their outdoor activities, she said.
