THAILAND

Sharp rise in illnesses as air pollution grips Chiang Mai

News, Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 03/04/2026

» Authorities have warned that this year's haze crisis in Chiang Mai is among the most severe in recent years, with pollution-related illnesses -- including respiratory, cardiovascular and skin conditions -- more than doubling. More than 1.6 million vulnerable people across 11 provinces have been affected.