PM 2.5 Dust Levels Surge Bangkok Requests WFH Cooperation on 29-30 Jan 2026

"Bangkok Metropolitan Administration" (BMA) requests cooperation for work from home (WFH) during 29-30 January 2026 after PM 2.5 dust levels surged in more than 35 districts, reaching a level starting to affect health.

On 28 January 2026, FacebookBangkok Metropolitan Administrationposted a message titled "BMA Requests Cooperation for WFH" stating, "On 29 - 30 January 2026, PM 2.5 dust levels are forecast to be high, at orange level, which begins to affect health in over 35 districts. The recommended actions are as follows:

• General public should use protective equipment, such as PM 2.5 masks, every time they go outdoors; limit time spent on activities or strenuous outdoor exercise; and watch for unusual symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, or eye irritation.

• Vulnerable groups should use protective equipment like PM 2.5 masks every time they go outdoors; avoid strenuous outdoor activities or exercise; follow medical advice; and seek medical attention promptly if symptoms occur.

BMA invites government and private agencies to join the WFH network by registering via the link https://u.bangkok.go.th/WFH2569.

For updates on PM2.5 dust conditions and Bangkok's WFH announcements, follow the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Facebook page, the BMA Environment Office, or the Bangkok Air Quality Information Center. For more information, contact the Sustainable Environment Office, BMA Environment Office, at 02-203-2951.".

Thanks to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Facebook page