Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:08am on 09 Nov 2024,Saturday Weather & Environment
Pakistan's air pollution crisis has reached alarming levels, with Multan's Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to 2,135, prompting the Punjab government to shut down schools, parks, and museums in several districts for 10 days. Seven Pakistani cities now rank among the world's most polluted, with Multan, the largest city in south Punjab, bearing the brunt of hazardous smog. The closures, effective from November 8 to 17, aim to mitigate the health risks associated with the toxic air. This public health emergency underscores the urgent need for effective measures to combat Pakistan's worsening air pollution problem.
