Sarajevo Suffers as Fog and Smog Push Air Quality to Hazardous Levels

This week, Sarajevo’s air pollution has reached alarming levels, placing the Bosnian capital among the most polluted cities in the world. The city, already known for its winter pollution issues, now ranks as Europe’s most polluted city according to IQAir, with only New Delhi recording worse air quality. Surrounded by mountains and struggling with temperature …

Punjab Government Approves World Bank-Funded Clean Air Initiative

The Punjab government has taken a significant step to combat hazardous air pollution by approving the Punjab Clean Air Programme (PCAP). With $300 million concessional financing proposed by the World Bank, the program aims to address severe pollution in urban centers like Lahore, Faisalabad, and Gujranwala, where air quality often exceeds dangerous levels. Coordination and …

Airborne Study Reveals Landfills as Major Methane Emitters

Methane emissions, a critical factor in climate change, are being driven by specific sources within U.S. landfills. Recent research highlights landfill “work faces” as the primary contributors to these emissions. The study, conducted by Carbon Mapper, Arizona State University, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), underscores the urgent need to address methane’s environmental impact. …

How to Protect Your Lungs from Smog? Essential Tips for Health

Smog has become a significant environmental and health hazard, especially in urban areas. Major cities in Pakistan have faced increasing levels of smog-related respiratory issues in recent years. Understanding how to safeguard your lungs is vital to avoiding serious health risks, such as respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. This guide provides actionable tips to protect your …

Lahore Hospitals Battle Smog Surge, Thousands Suffer

Lahore faces a public health crisis as severe smog continues to affect thousands of residents. Persistent air pollution is leading to a spike in respiratory problems, eye irritation, and skin ailments, with hospitals reporting an alarming rise in patients. Major hospitals have recorded over 35,000 smog-related cases within just one week. Surge in Respiratory Illnesses …

Punjab Battles Alarming Smog as Multan Air Quality Index Reaches Record Levels

The worsening air quality crisis in Punjab has pushed authorities to impose stringent restrictions as smog blankets cities across the region. On Friday, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Multan crossed 2,000, a hazardous level surpassing previous records, prompting the government to implement emergency measures across southern Punjab. Critical Smog Levels Trigger Closures The provincial …

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