Sofia's Air Pollution Crisis: High Nitrous Oxide Levels Detected
Recent research conducted by the ecological association "For the Earth" has shed light on concerning levels of nitrogen dioxide pollution in Sofia
India's capital, New Delhi, has the world's most polluted air, according to an air quality monitoring agency.
Two other Indian cities, Kolkata and Mumbai, also ranked among the top 10 cities with the dirtiest air, on the sixth and ninth position respectively, Swiss-based IQ AirVisual said on Friday.
"For nine consecutive days from Sunday, October 27, 2019, overall Delhi air quality was in the hazardous zone, a level at which the entire population is likely to be affected,” said an IQ AirVisual statement.
New Delhi's schools were closed on Thursday and Friday as the city's poor air quality reached dangerously high levels.
Pollution in New Delhi peaked after the Indian festival was celebrated on October 28th. A state of emergency in the Indian capital was declared last month after a total air quality index (AQI) figure close to 459 was reached.
AQI between 401 500 is considered severe. Figures over 500 are considered very severe and urgent pollution control measures are required.
The Supreme Court of India has made scathing comments over the government's inaction over pollution.
The EPCA, mandated by the highest court, said air quality was extremely poor in New Delhi and its region. Therefore, all types of construction work were prohibited.
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During the night, showers are expected in some areas, primarily in the western and northern regions, while the rest of the country will experience clearing skies
During the night, cloud cover will increase and thicken, with showers expected to develop from the southwest
Tomorrow, Bulgarians can expect a mix of sunshine and clouds as they step out into the springtime air
Over the next 24 hours, expect cloudy skies with rainfall across the eastern half of the country, where precipitation may be intense in some areas. Meanwhile, the western half will see clouds clearing during the day, becoming mostly sunny
Overnight, rainfall across the country will temporarily cease, with some areas experiencing breaks in the clouds
Overnight, the precipitation zone will gradually shift eastward, with significant amounts expected in parts of Central and Eastern Bulgaria, accompanied by thunderstorms
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