Lahore has once again ranked as the world’s most polluted city, with alarming air quality levels reported.
Data indicates that the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to 318 on MM Alam Road, the only location in the city where AQI exceeded 300. In most other areas, the AQI remained below 300. Environmental experts noted that the city’s average AQI stands at 230.
Experts further highlighted that the PM2.5 concentration in Lahore is currently 31 times higher than the annual air quality guideline value set by the World Health Organization (WHO).
The AQI of other important city areas included DHA Phase 8 (287), CERP Office (250), Polo Ground Cantt (288), University of Central Punjab (263) and Ghazi Road Interchange (231).
According to the Meteorological Department, Lahore’s minimum temperature is expected to drop to 12°C, while the maximum temperature may reach 23°C. The wind speed in the city is around 2 kilometers per hour, with humidity levels rising to 89%.
Weather forecasters have stated that there is no chance of rain in the city at the moment.
Source: Dunya News
