Lahore declared the world's most polluted city, alert issued for citizens
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The city of Lahore, Pakistan, was declared the most polluted city in the world on Friday. According to global air quality monitoring agencies, the air quality in the city has reached an extremely dangerous level, causing citizens to face difficulties in breathing.
Environmental experts state that the Air Quality Index (AQI) level in Lahore has risen significantly. The toxic particles present in the atmosphere are severely harmful to human health, and this situation is particularly concerning for children, the elderly, and those suffering from respiratory diseases.
Government agencies have advised citizens to take precautionary measures. Authorities have directed that citizens must wear masks when stepping out of their homes and avoid going into the open air unnecessarily. Additionally, it has been advised to keep windows and doors of homes closed.
According to experts, the major causes of smog and pollution include vehicle exhaust, gases emitted from factories, and the burning of crop residues. Various measures are being taken by the government to control pollution in order to clean the atmosphere.
Long-term policies are needed to deal with this situation in the future. Citizens have also been appealed to play their part in keeping the environment clean so that the air in Lahore can be made breathable again.
Sources: Greater Kashmir
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