After Diwali, Delhi’s air is in severe category, AQI crosses 511 in Anand Vihar, it becomes difficult to breathe

News India Live, Digital Desk: People celebrated the festival of Diwali with enthusiasm and joy, but after that the air of Delhi has started suffocating. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is deteriorating rapidly due to smoke from firecrackers and other polluting elements. Delhi’s AQI has moved from ‘Very Poor’ category to ‘Severe’.Due to which people’s problems have increased.

Anand Vihar becomes the most polluted area

According to latest data, The AQI in Delhi’s Anand Vihar area has crossed 511, which is much above the ‘severe’ category. This means that the air quality in these areas is extremely poor and breathing can be extremely difficult. Not only Anand Vihar, AQI is reaching dangerous levels in many other parts of Delhi as well.

immediate effect on health

AQI in ‘severe’ and ‘very poor’ category extremely harmful to health It happens. In such a situation, due to direct exposure to air pollution, people may face problems like irritation in eyes, sore throat, difficulty in breathing. Especially for children, the elderly and people suffering from asthma or other respiratory diseases, this condition can prove fatal.

Why did the air deteriorate?

The excessive bursting of firecrackers during Diwali has further deteriorated the air quality. The smoke emitted from firecrackers, which contains large amounts of particulate matter and harmful chemicals, mixes with the air and increases pollution. Along with this, incidents of stubble burning and industrial emissions in Delhi-NCR are also making this problem more serious.

What to do to protect yourself?

Experts have advised that Until the air quality returns to normal, follow these precautions:

• Stay indoors: If the AQI is in the ‘severe’ or ‘very poor’ category, spend more time indoors.
• Wear a mask: If it is necessary to go out, then of good quality N95 or KN95 mask Must wear.
• Keep windows closed: Keep the windows and doors of the house closed so that outside polluted air does not come inside.
• Use Air Purifier: If you have an air purifier in your home, use it.
• Reduce outdoor activities: Minimize running, exercising or any activity that requires being outside for extended periods of time.
• Consult a doctor: If you are having trouble breathing or experiencing any other health problem, contact a doctor immediately.

Delhi government and related agencies are taking many steps to control pollution, but without the cooperation of citizens, solving this problem is not possible. Take care of your health and go out only when necessary.