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LAHORE, Nov 11 (APP):Lahore’s Air Quality Index (AQI) has surged to around 200, falling into the “unhealthy” category, as the concentration of PM2.5 particles in the city’s air was reported to be 24.2 times higher than the World Health Organization’s recommended limit.
While the AQI varied across different parts of the city, many areas recorded levels significantly higher than the city’s average, indicating widespread air pollution.
In comparison, last year on November 11, Lahore’s AQI had spiked to a hazardous level of 2,545. This morning, at 5 a.m., the AQI stood at approximately 350, still a concerning level for residents’ health.
Experts have continued to raise alarms about the health risks associated with such pollution levels, advising vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions, to take precautions.