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Air pollution soars in Pakistan as Lahore battles smog; Multan's AQI remains over 1,900

IndiaTimes Sunday, 10 November 2024 ()
Smog has choked Pakistan's Punjab province, pushing air pollution to hazardous levels. Lahore's Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 760, while Multan hit a shocking 1,914, prompting emergency measures. The smog has caused accidents due to low visibility and forced closures of businesses and public spaces. Authorities blame cross-border pollution from India for exacerbating the crisis.
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News video: Pakistan's record smog triggers sickness and anxiety

Pakistan's record smog triggers sickness and anxiety 02:21

On the streets of Pakistan's second biggest city, smog stings eyes and burns throats. Inside homes, few people can afford air purifiers to limit the damage of toxic particles that seep through doors and windows.

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