Bangkok Governor Orders School Closure Due to Rising Dust

BANGKOK, Jan 30 (TNA) – Bangkok governor has ordered all 437 schools under its administration to close until Friday due to the rising fine dust pollution. Pol. Gen. Aswin Kwanmuang decided to close schools from noon today over concerns of students’ safety after the tiny particulate matter continues to rise in the city’s all areas. The decision was made after a meeting between the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Meteorological Department. The latter forecast the high concentration of the ultra-fine particulate matter would prolong until Feb 3-4. The initial measure to shut down the schools will also reduce travel needs of parents. The governor also ordered a warning to be issued for people, going exercise in public parks to refrain from outdoor activities. (TNA)