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Mumbai Chokes: Air Quality Hits Unhealthy Levels Again
3 Feb
Summary
- Mumbai's air quality index reached 141, classified as unhealthy for sensitive groups.
- Rising pollution levels are causing an increase in cough and allergy cases.
- Secondary particulate matter and calm winds are contributing to the persistent haze.
Mumbai's air quality has deteriorated to an unhealthy level for sensitive groups, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 141 on Monday. This mirrors levels seen nearly a month prior, on January 4.
Pollution hotspots are evident across the city, with PM10 being the primary pollutant at most monitoring stations. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport station registered the highest AQI at 217, falling into the 'poor' category.
Environmentalists explain that secondary particulate matter, formed through chemical reactions, is trapped by calm wind conditions. This persistent haze exacerbates health risks, contributing to a rise in respiratory ailments like coughs and allergies.
