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Hotspots lead to Chiang Dao reserve closure
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 28/04/2024
» The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation ordered the closure of the Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary in Chiang Mai province after several man-made hotspots were found in sensitive ecological areas.
Forest fires rage, PM2.5 levels high
News, Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 16/04/2024
» Fire-fighting resources are being mobilised in Chiang Mai to combat more than 15 forest fires, some of which have been raging for three days, local authorities say.
Chiang Mai upbeat about clean air despite poor readings
Published on 03/04/2024
» Air pollution in Chiang Mai has improved from last year and hopes are rising for good air quality in the future in the province and its main city, says provincial governor Nirat Wongsitthithavorn.
Firms to get tax cuts for forest fire donations
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 30/03/2024
» The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is seeking the private sector's cooperation to financially support the ministry's forest fire operation by offering a lucrative package of reduced taxes in exchange for their assistance.
Rain fails to douse blazes in Chiang Mai
News, Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 27/03/2024
» Many areas in the North are facing a new wave of air pollution as wildfires continue to be detected despite continuing downpours.
Experts pour cold water on rewards for busting forest burners
Published on 21/03/2024
» As toxic smog continues to choke much of the country, Chiang Mai Governor Nirat Sitthithaworn’s plan to give 10,000 baht rewards to people who report fire starters in forested areas – if it leads to a conviction - has received a lukewarm response from experts in the field.
Parks dept to get tough with forest intruders
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 19/03/2024
» With forest fires raging in several northern provinces, resulting in the accumulation of PM2.5 in the atmosphere, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation on Monday warned that legal action will be taken against those who illegally enter forested areas to set them ablaze.
Thaksin makes first trip to Chiang Mai since release
Published on 14/03/2024
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on Thursday began a three-day visit to his home province of Chiang Mai, his first trip outside Bangkok since his release on parole last month.
Chiang Mai sets B10,000 reward for reporting forest burners
Post Reporters, Published on 10/03/2024
» CHIANG MAI: The governor of the northern province has announced a 10,000-baht reward to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest of a person who sets fire to forested areas.
National park closed until Sunday due to wildfire smoke
Online Reporters, Published on 01/03/2024
» Khao Phra Wihan National Park has been closed for three days due to smoke from raging forest fires billowing over the park in Si Sa Ket province.