Hanoi ranked as world’s fourth most air-polluted city
VOV.VN - The Vietnamese capital ranked fourth among the top 100 worst air-polluted cities in the world on November 28, according to data released by Switzerland-based air quality monitor IQAir AirVisual.
The data compiled on November 28 indicated that the air quality index (AQI) of Hanoi at 7 a.m. reached 225, represent a level very unhealthy for humans.
Furthermore, the monitoring station also stated that the air quality in Thanh Xuan district was at a hazardous level with an AQI exceeding 300.
Other districts such as Hoan Kiem, Hai Ba Trung, Dong Da, Cau Giay, Bac Tu Liem, Gia Lam, and Dong Anh reached an AQI of 200 to 300, with this being harmful to people outdoors.
Moreover, The PAM air quality system in the nation also showed the level of severely-polluted air in Hanoi and other northern provinces. Indeed, the AQI of the city reached maroon, indicating that the overall quality of air was at the worst level.
In addition, monitoring app VN Air produced by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment revealed that the air quality of Long Bien district in Hanoi this morning was at 214, with this being a very bad level.
As a result of the health risks involved, specialists have moved to advise citizens to refrain from venturing outside unless necessary. Indeed, adults, children, pregnant women, and individuals suffering from respiratory diseases have been recommended to wear masks and glasses in the event they do go outside.
