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Delhi's air quality deteriorates to severe levels as smoke blankets capital
The national capital's air quality index has surged to hazardous levels, with thick smoke significantly reducing visibility across the city. The severe atmospheric conditions pose health risks for residents and are expected to persist in the coming days.
LSN India ·
Delhi is grappling with severe air pollution as the Air Quality Index (AQI) climbed to 402, pushing the city into the hazardous category. Dense smoke has enveloped the metropolitan area, substantially diminishing visibility and affecting daily activities across the region.
The deteriorating air quality has prompted health warnings for vulnerable populations, including children, elderly citizens, and individuals with respiratory conditions. Authorities have advised residents to limit outdoor activities and consider using air purifiers indoors to mitigate exposure to pollutants.
The toxic haze blanketing Delhi is attributed to a combination of factors, including vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, and seasonal weather patterns that trap particulate matter in the atmosphere. Meteorological conditions currently favour the accumulation of pollutants near ground level rather than their dispersal.
Environmental agencies continue to monitor air quality levels throughout the city. Residents have been counselled to wear N95 masks when venturing outside and to stay informed of real-time air quality updates to make informed decisions about their daily routines.