Karachi’s air pollution levels remained elevated on Wednesday evening, with Shahra-e-Faisal emerging as the most polluted area in the city.
The Karachi AQI on June 10 recorded Shahra-e-Faisal at 127 PM2.5, placing it in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category.
According to data recorded at 7:00 PM, Gulistan-e-Johar followed with 119 PM2.5, while Aram Bagh registered 109 PM2.5, both also falling within the unhealthy range for sensitive individuals.
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Several other areas reported moderate air quality levels. University Road recorded 88 PM2.5, while Mauripur and Malir each measured 70.
Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 posted 64 PM2.5, and Clifton Block 4 recorded 54 PM2.5. DHA Phase 5 was the cleanest monitored location at 42 PM2.5, placing it in the “Good” air quality category.
The three-day forecast indicates air quality may remain relatively stable. Thursday, June 11, is forecast to record 104 PM2.5. Conditions are expected to improve slightly on Friday, June 12, with PM2.5 levels projected at 95. Saturday, June 13, is forecast to register 90 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.
