Chiang Mai ranks second-most polluted

Toxic smog blanketed Chiang Mai, Thailand on Monday as it was ranked the world’s second-most polluted city. According to world air quality rankings, Chiang Mai trailed only India, with Nepal in third. Local data from Chiang Mai University’s cmuccdc.org showed PM2.5 levels peaking at 321 micrograms per cubic meter in Mae Chaem, while Phrae province recorded a staggering 663 micrograms per cubic meter —over 13 times the safety limit.

Prime Minister Anutin is scheduled to visit Mae Rim and Doi Saket this afternoon to monitor firefighting efforts and support frontline personnel.