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The air of Faridabad, Gurugram is becoming poisonous. With AQI reaching 370 to 398, irritation in eyes, difficulty in breathing and sore throat have become common. PM2.5 and PM10 have become a big threat to health. Caution is the only protection.
Faridabad: Burning eyes, sore throat and difficulty in breathing as soon as they step out of the house in the morning, this is the reality of the people of NCR today. The air of Faridabad and Gurugram has become extremely poisonous at present. There is not a light haze in the sky but a thick blanket of pollution which has started directly affecting the health of the common people.
air quality severe
The air quality in Faridabad today was recorded in the severe to hazardous category. AQI has reached around 370 in many areas of the city. In areas like Sector 17 and Sector 65, AQI was recorded between 370 to 398, which is very worrying. The situation is a little less in Sector 30 and Sector 46, but here too the AQI remains between 275 to 288, which falls in the very poor category. The situation is also not better in Ballabhgarh area where AQI 322 was recorded. This clearly means that the air here is no longer fit for breathing.
Micro pollutants like PM2.5 and PM10 are the main reasons behind this bad situation. These particles are so small that they reach the lungs directly and can give rise to serious diseases if they remain in the body for a long time. Doctors say that children, elderly people and respiratory patients need to take special precautions at this time.
The condition of Gurugram is no different
The condition of Gurugram is also no different. In many areas here, AQI was recorded in the serious to dangerous category. The AQI in Sector 65 was 289 while the pollution level is also quite high in posh areas like DLF Phase-1, Sector 14 and Golf Course Road. At many places, the levels of PM2.5 and PM10 were found to be many times higher than normal, due to which people are having trouble breathing.
Health expert gave advice
People coming out on the streets are forced to cover their faces with masks and scarfs. Morning walks and children’s outdoor activities have almost stopped. Experts advise that until the situation improves, people should avoid leaving the house, keep windows and doors closed and go out only when necessary.
Overall, the air of Faridabad and Gurugram is indicating serious danger at this time. If the situation does not improve soon, its impact can be seen not only on everyday life but also on people’s health for a long time.
