Tracking environment for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · EnvironmentPattaya stays 27-31°C with steady tourism as northern Thailand hits 38°C with storm warnings March 3-6. Why coastal location moderates heat. March forecast.
Environment · CultureBuddhist temples in Nonthaburi protect endangered Alexandrine parakeets through grassroots efforts. What Thailand residents need to know about wildlife laws.
Environment · HealthFebruary tiger outbreak in Chiang Mai reveals systemic vaccination failures and regulatory gaps in Thailand's commercial wildlife facilities. What residents should know.
Environment · HealthArsenic 55x safe limits in Salween & Kok Rivers from Myanmar mining. Japan provides $2.7M aid for real-time monitoring. Health alerts for Chiang Mai residents.
Environment · HealthKok River water remains safe for now, but Thailand expands health screening as Myanmar mining operations contaminate upstream sources. Here's what affects you.
Environment · National NewsJapan will test water samples from Myanmar's Shan State mining zones to trace toxic contamination entering Thai rivers in Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son.
Environment · HealthSecond Army Commander orders tech surveillance of Cambodia border fires. Get updates on air quality, protective measures for eastern border provinces.
Tourism · EnvironmentLi Pe Island faces severe shortages of fresh water, electricity, and waste removal affecting 200,000 annual visitors. Thailand's Ombudsman reveals infrastructure plan targeting 2028-2029 completion.
Tourism · EnvironmentPattaya and Eastern Thailand face summer storms this week with 20% thunderstorm risk, 2m waves, and heat reaching 36°C. Essential safety guide for expats.