Karachi’s air quality showed considerable variation across different parts of the city on Friday evening, with several neighborhoods recording ‘moderate’ to ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ PM2.5 levels.
The latest Karachi AQI readings indicated bad conditions in some areas, particularly for sensitive groups.
According to data recorded at 7:30 PM, Shahrah-e-Faisal emerged as the most polluted area in the city with a PM2.5 reading of 126, placing it in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category.
Gulistan-e-Johar followed with a PM2.5 level of 104, while Mauripur recorded 101, both remaining in the unhealthy range.
Several other areas reported moderate air quality levels. Aram Bagh registered a PM2.5 reading of 95, followed by University Road at 89 and Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 at 80.
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Clifton Block 4 recorded 76 PM2.5, while DHA Phase 5 reported the lowest pollution level among the monitored locations at 64 PM2.5, making it the cleanest area in the latest assessment.
The three-day forecast indicates fluctuating air quality levels ahead. Saturday, June 6, is predicted at 86 PM2.5 in the moderate range. Sunday, June 7, may rise to 111, returning to unhealthy levels for sensitive groups. Monday, June 8, is forecast at 110 PM2.5, remaining in the unhealthy range.
Residents with respiratory issues are advised to monitor daily AQI readings. Children, elderly citizens, and those with pre-existing health conditions should limit outdoor exposure on days when pollution exceeds 100 PM2.5.
This news report is produced in collaboration with Climate Action Center Karachi.
Karachi Air Quality
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.
