Summary Lahore tops the global pollution ranking again with an average AQI of 338. Several areas record hazardous levels, prompting experts to advise residents to limit outdoor activities and wear masks.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Lahore has once again ranked as the world's most polluted city, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 338 amid worsening smog conditions.
According to the Environment Department, air pollution levels across the city have become extremely alarming, with several areas recording hazardous AQI readings.
The AQI around FC College was recorded at 508, while Paragon Society reported a reading of 548. In Model Town, the air quality index reached 414, reflecting the severity of pollution across different parts of the city.
In view of the deteriorating air quality, experts have advised residents to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities and wear protective masks whenever they need to step outside.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has forecast that Lahore's temperature will range between a minimum of 17°C and a maximum of 30°C over the next 24 hours.
