rooster59 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 Public Health ministry gears up for seasonal PM2.5 air pollution By The Nation Dr Sukhum Kanchanapimai, Public Health Ministry permanent secretary (Centre) The top official at the Public Health Ministry and ministry administrators held a video conference with physicians in provincial public health centres nationwide to be prepared and monitor the health impact of PM2.5 dust particles, which usually increase in December every year. The video conference was arranged on Friday (November 22) at the Public Health Emergency Operation Centre, the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Nonthaburi province. Ministry permanent secretary Dr Sukhum Kanchanapimai urged the physicians to be prepared to deal with the dust particle situation, to provide information to people, especially asthma patients, the elderly, children and patients, to monitor patients, to submit reports every week, as well as open Public Health Emergency Operation Centre if the amount exceeds 75 micrograms per cubic metre over three days. PM2.5 are atmospheric particulate matter having a diameter less than 2.5 micrometres. “The prime minister, deputy prime minister, the Minister of Public Health and the Deputy Minister of Public Health are concerned about the PM2.5 dust particle problem and have appointed the Ministry of Public Health to cooperate with related authorities to tackle this problem,” he said. “The Office of the Permanent Secretary is ready to open the Public Health Emergency Operation Centre at four levels -- in provinces, health zones, departments, and ministries.” Source: https://www.nationthailand.com/news/30378650 -- © Copyright The Nation Thailand 2019-11-23 Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking Thailand news and visa info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YetAnother Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 45 minutes ago, rooster59 said: Ministry permanent secretary Dr Sukhum Kanchanapimai urged the physicians to be prepared to deal with the dust particle situation, excellent example of problem-solving in thailand; doctors don't deal with the particle 2.5 problem, they deal with patients; government is the only entity that can deal with the pm 2.5 issue ; please,let's just keep shifting the responsibility to others Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lungstib Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 53 minutes ago, rooster59 said: urged the physicians to be prepared to deal with the dust particle situation, to provide information to people And that is as far as it goes. The acceptance of air pollution is now a fact and there will be no attempt to combat pollution at source because it is against the desires of the people who are making money from industry, construction and car sales. Live with it, thats what we are being told. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RotMahKid Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 In addition I would add that the local police "force" and the fire brigades will be instructed that as soon as the fires starts that they will act in the way they have to do; with fines/arresting and the fight the fires with all the resources they have even with water-planes. If there are bigger fires employ the army from the start, then they also have to do something and let the generals be in charge ( there are enough generals in this country to do so) This all from the start of the problem to let the people know that there will be actions takes from the beginning. I also know there will not be police and firemen enough to do this all and I hope that I am not dreaming again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skallywag Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 The PM 2.5 problem is not "seasonal" anymore it is perpetual! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebell Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 14 minutes ago, Skallywag said: The PM 2.5 problem is not "seasonal" anymore it is perpetual! It becomes seasonal when politicians want some publicity and blather words with no action to follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 40 minutes ago, Skallywag said: The PM 2.5 problem is not "seasonal" anymore it is perpetual! Worry not! They have a solution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruitman Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 So now we'll see the police doing something finally? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tayaout Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 3 minutes ago, PatOngo said: Worry not! They have a solution. I prefer full suit so it also comply with immigration dress code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irwinfc Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 oh great. MOPH never heard of the expression "an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure*. just let it happen and monitor the situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMHERE Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Skallywag said: The PM 2.5 problem is not "seasonal" anymore it is perpetual! Borderline eternal? ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMHERE Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 1 hour ago, irwinfc said: oh great. MOPH never heard of the expression "an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure*. just let it happen and monitor the situation. Yes, you are correct. If only all Western Idioms translated so well. ???? Try asking a Thai what a pound is, what an ounce is, forget prevention it is to close to maintenance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30la Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 4 hours ago, rooster59 said: Public Health ministry gears up for seasonal PM2.5 air pollution But why do you talk about a seasonal problem? It is a permanent problem in all of Thailand! There is nothing to smile about, it is a very serious thing that costs a lot of people life, you forbid smoking but not these harmful emissions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30la Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 4 hours ago, rooster59 said: The top official at the Public Health Ministry and ministry administrators held a video conference with physicians in provincial public health centres nationwide to be prepared and monitor the health impact of PM2.5 dust particles, which usually increase in December every year. You have your share of publicity again today! What does monitoring mean? If the dead are not as many as you expected do you want to increase emissions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thequietman Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 4 hours ago, rooster59 said: The top official at the Public Health Ministry and ministry administrators held a video conference with physicians in provincial public health centres nationwide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarteso Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 Public Health ministry gears up for seasonal PM2.5 air pollution ...Me too. Ready for leave Chiang Mai these killers months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chazar Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 seasonal? isnt it all year round? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoilSpoil Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 Seeing sugarcane fields popping up in many places, better buy your blue air machine and filters now while you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UPDEHSOI Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 5 hours ago, RotMahKid said: I hope that I am not dreaming again. You are!! (in my humble opinion, of course ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 I would rather hear what the are going to do to prevent or at least reduce PM 2.5 ,than what to do to prepare for it, regards Worgeordie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred white Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 Gearing up by burning the medians on the 4 lanes or at least here in Kabin Buri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaan sailor Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 Don’t wait for the government to proclaim unhealthy air. Buy yourself a home PM2.5 monitor. Then you can take action based on your own tolerance level of PM2.5 air pollution. On days with readings over 40–we spend more time in a sealed air conditioned room. Paradoxically, that could also include taking a ride in an air conditioned vehicle. And when it worsens—we head for the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redline Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 They go to the public to tell them they will do nothing ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krataiboy Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 7 hours ago, Skallywag said: The PM 2.5 problem is not "seasonal" anymore it is perpetual! Sadly, you're right. And there seems to be no escaping it and air pollution generally. As I write, the air quality index (AQI) reading of 95 for the coastal resort where I originally moved to enjoy the "fresh" sea breezes is nearly double the recommended Thai "safe" level - and nearly four times the World Health Organisation maximum. The current concentration of PM 2.5 pollution - responsible for numerous health problems, including some which are fatal - is presently 38 µg/m³. This compares with a WHO recommended limit of 25 µg/m³ - and tomorrow, even higher readings are forecast. Interestingly, carbon dioxide - demonised as a the greenhouse gas responsible for global warming - is not listed as an AQI pollutant. Which makes on wonder: instead of panicking over a possible global warming crisis some time in the distant future, shouldn't we instead focus on first cleaning up the filthy air we are forced to breathe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruitman Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Krataiboy said: we are forced to breathe? Who forced you to breathe the dirty thai air? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacuum Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 10 hours ago, rooster59 said: The top official at the Public Health Ministry and ministry administrators held a video conference with physicians in provincial public health centres nationwide to be prepared and monitor the health impact of PM2.5 dust particles, which usually increase in December every year. Of course the particles increases. Reason; they don't do anything about it, part from conferences. Pathetic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaan sailor Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Isaan sailor said: Don’t wait for the government to proclaim unhealthy air. Buy yourself a home PM2.5 monitor. Then you can take action based on your own tolerance level of PM2.5 air pollution. On days with readings over 40–we spend more time in a sealed air conditioned room. Paradoxically, that could also include taking a ride in an air conditioned vehicle. And when it worsens—we head for the beach. Let me add that a HEPA air circulator is also highly recommended for reduction of PM 2.5 in a closed room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tayaout Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 3 hours ago, Isaan sailor said: Don’t wait for the government to proclaim unhealthy air. Buy yourself a home PM2.5 monitor. Then you can take action based on your own tolerance level of PM2.5 air pollution. On days with readings over 40–we spend more time in a sealed air conditioned room. Paradoxically, that could also include taking a ride in an air conditioned vehicle. And when it worsens—we head for the beach. Unless you live in the south then you probably spend most of the time indoor or at the beach! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiJoDavO Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 I thought that machine at Central World would take care of it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallGuyJohninBKK Posted November 23, 2019 Share Posted November 23, 2019 11 hours ago, YetAnother said: excellent example of problem-solving in thailand; doctors don't deal with the particle 2.5 problem, they deal with patients; government is the only entity that can deal with the pm 2.5 issue ; please,let's just keep shifting the responsibility to others Indeed, they're NOT talking about doing anything to tackle the problem! They're talking about how to tackle the results of the problem, after they've allowed it to occur once again, and have done little to nothing over the past two years to prevent it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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