Karachi’s air quality showed improvement on Thursday, offering residents relief from previously unhealthy pollution levels.
Data collected at 6:00pm highlighted lower particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations across most parts of the city, with the majority of areas falling in the “Moderate” category.
Areas like North Nazimabad (AQI 189), DHA Phase 5 (110), and Gulistan-e-Johar (118) remain unhealthy.
Other key areas, including Mauripur (76), University Road (83), and Shahra-e-Faisal (95), recorded readings within the moderate range.
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The three-day forecast suggests that air quality will remain moderate for the time being, though a slight increase in pollution levels may occur over the weekend.
This news report is produced in collaboration with Climate Action Center Karachi.
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.
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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.
