The air quality index (AQI) in Lahore ranged between 204 and 229 in various areas as of 9:45 am today, marking hazardous pollution levels across the city.
According to the Secretary of Environment Protection, polluted winds are entering Lahore from the northwest, traveling at a speed of 6 kilometers per hour, exacerbating the poor air quality.
Authorities have issued an advisory urging citizens to use face masks to protect themselves from the harmful effects of pollution.
The Environment Protection Department continues to monitor the situation, stressing the importance of safety measures amid worsening air quality in the region.
