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Air pollution and smog in Lahore

Overview

Lahore has experienced significant fluctuations in air quality due to seasonal smog. In late September, the city recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 204, with specific areas such as Paragon City reaching 271. During this period, the National Disaster Management Authority also issued weather alerts for potential thunderstorms and flash flooding in northern regions of Pakistan.

By mid-October, rainfall provided temporary relief, lowering the AQI to 69 from a previous high of 153. The pollution crisis, attributed to industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, and crop burning, has resulted in school closures and increased health burdens on families. Despite the temporary improvement, meteorological forecasts indicate a return to hot and dry conditions.

Entities

Lahore · Meteorological Department · International Labour Organization · National Disaster Management Authority

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Lahore rainfall improves air quality amid seasonal smog crisis

    Recent rainfall in Lahore has temporarily improved air quality and lowered temperatures, offering brief relief from the seasonal smog crisis that heavily impacts public health and domestic caregiving.

  2. [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Lahore air pollution reaches high levels as AQI hits 204

    Lahore's air quality has reached an AQI of 204, with some areas hitting 271. Meanwhile, authorities warn of potential flash flooding and thunderstorms across northern Pakistan through late September.

Sources

en.dailypakistan.com.pk · techmag.com.pk · thefinancialdaily.com · theneutral.pk