THAILAND EARTH DAY AIR POLLUTION

Thai women cover their faces against air pollution on a street in central of Bangkok

Thai women cover their faces against air pollution on a street in central of Bangkok, Thailand, 21 April 2009. The large numbers and annual increase of vehicles and traffic congestion have put severe impact on air quality of Bangkok making its air pollution a serious problem. Over one million people are reportedly suffering from pollution related allergies and lung ailments. The Earth Day that will be marked globally 22 April, is aimed at inspiring awareness of and appreciation for the earth's environment. EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT

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