The air quality in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) remained at hazardous levels, a new survey by Local Circles revealed alarming health concerns. According to the survey, pollution had affected every family in the said regions, with one or more members suffering from health issues due to pollution. The continued prevalence of smog full of toxic pollutants has raised serious alarms about the health of the residents in the metropolis and its areas.
Severe Air Quality In Delhi-NCR On Wednesday, the air quality in Delhi stood at a “severe” level, with 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stretching to 424, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. At such a level, health risks are considerable for sensitive groups, especially children, elderly people, and those with pre-existing respiratory conditions. It was recorded that the levels of fine particulate matter, commonly known as PM2.
5 pollutant, were 60 times more than the recommended limit set by the World Health Organization (WHO) for a day’s average. While guidelines from WHO say that the annual average should not cross the threshold of 5 μg/m3, the capital city of Delhi has miles to go before it reaches there, which explains why the pollution control issues have become all the more grave there. Health Issues Impact Of Delhi-NCR Pollution Locals reported that most families in the Delhi-NCR are exposed to health risks caused by air pollution.
In this survey, it was discovered that: How Families Are.