Pollution and rain wreak havoc in Delhi-NCR, AQI in very poor category

New Delhi: Air quality in the capital Delhi and surrounding areas still remains in the poor category. On Friday morning, AQI (Air Quality Index) reached dangerous levels in many areas. This level of pollution is causing serious health problems for the residents of Delhi-NCR.

AQI of ITI Sharda is 436

According to aqi.org:

• Friday 8 am:
  • AQI 436 was recorded at ITI Sharda, Delhi.
  • Noida’s AQI was 370.

Cold increased due to rain in Delhi-NCR

Amidst pollution, the weather patterns in Delhi-NCR have also changed.

• The rain since morning has increased the cold further.
• There is hope of some relief in pollution levels due to rain, but at present the situation remains serious.

Yellow alert for next three days

Meteorological Department:

• Yellow alert has been issued for the next three days.
• People have been advised to remain alert due to rain and dense fog.

This morning’s AQI levels (major locations)

Health problems increased due to pollution

People living in Delhi-NCR are facing serious problems due to pollution:

• difficulty breathing
• sore throat
• eye irritation