Karachi is experiencing elevated air pollution levels, with PM2.5 readings indicating unhealthy conditions in multiple areas across the city.
Recent measurements show that several key locations are recording PM2.5 levels well above the safe limits recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).
In Keamari Town, the Solid Waste Management site recorded a PM2.5 concentration of 143. Saddar Town showed some of the highest levels, with DG House DHA 5 and NED University City Campus both hitting 177, while Zafar Memon DHA reported 167.
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Jamshed Town also faced severe pollution, with Karachi Zoo and Asif Gulistan-e-Johar both recording 168, Urban Resource Center at 164, and Urban Unit Karachi at 159. In Gulshan-e-Iqbal Town, Agha Khan University IED recorded 165 and NED Main Campus registered 158.
SITE Town’s Orangi Pilot Project reported 172, while North Nazimabad Town saw 176 at Aman Khan Kaka Khail. Malir District’s Engr Muzaffar Sir area recorded 153.
Officials warn residents, particularly children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions, to take precautions amid the persistently high pollution levels.
How many categories are there to measure Air Quality?
AQI 0–50: Good
The air quality is considered excellent, with minimal or no risk to public health. There are no necessary precautions for the general population.
AQI 51–100: Moderate
Air quality is generally acceptable; however, there may be a slight health concern for a small number of individuals who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. Active children, adults, and people with respiratory conditions like asthma should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activity.
AQI 101–150: Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Sensitive individuals, such as those with asthma or other respiratory issues, may begin to experience health effects, although the general population is unlikely to be affected. It is advised that active children, adults, and those with respiratory conditions limit extended outdoor exertion.
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AQI 151–200: Unhealthy
Health effects may begin to affect everyone, with sensitive groups potentially experiencing more serious symptoms. Active children and adults, and people with respiratory illnesses should avoid prolonged outdoor activity, while others—especially children—should reduce outdoor exertion.
AQI 201–300: Very Unhealthy
This range signals emergency-level health warnings. The entire population is more likely to experience adverse health effects. Those with respiratory conditions and active individuals should avoid all outdoor activity, while everyone else, particularly children, should limit time spent outdoors.
AQI 300+: Hazardous
Air quality is extremely poor, posing a serious risk to health for everyone. A health alert is in effect, and all outdoor exertion should be avoided by the entire population.
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