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North India Chokes: Ghaziabad, Noida Hit by Severe Air Pollution
19 Nov
Summary
- Ghaziabad and Noida faced severe air pollution, with AQI levels exceeding 400.
- Low wind speed, dipping temperatures, and haze are trapping pollutants.
- No immediate relief is expected due to persistent light winds.
Ghaziabad and Noida have been severely affected by air pollution, with both cities recording critically high Air Quality Index (AQI) levels. Ghaziabad was identified as the nation's second-worst polluted city, while Noida ranked fifth, both experiencing 'severe' to 'very poor' air quality for consecutive days.
Monitoring stations in Greater Noida and Ghaziabad reported alarming concentrations of PM10 and PM2.5, with NO2 levels also elevated. Factors such as low wind speed, dipping temperatures, and persistent haze are contributing to the accumulation of pollutants in the atmosphere.
Meteorologists predict no immediate respite from the smoggy conditions. Light and variable winds are expected to continue, trapping pollutants and maintaining high pollution levels throughout the week. Early winter inversion further exacerbates the situation, suggesting an extended period of poor air quality across the region.
