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Delhi AQI Improves to 'Poor' Category at 299; IMD Forecasts Fog
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What Happened?
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) improved to 299, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' on November 11, according to the CPCB. The IMD also forecasts fog for the day.
Key points
- Delhi's AQI dropped from 376 on November 9 to 299 on November 11.
- The improvement is attributed to increased wind speeds dispersing pollutants.
- Despite the improvement, 23 monitoring stations reported 'very poor' air quality.
- Pusa Road recorded the highest AQI at 385, followed by Chandni Chowk at 381.
- The IMD forecasts moderate fog, impacting visibility and daily activities.
- The morning temperature was recorded at 17.0°C, with a predicted maximum of 28°C.
Key insights
- The combination of fog and poor air quality poses health risks, especially for vulnerable groups.
- Real-time data from the CPCB is crucial for residents and policymakers in making informed decisions.
- The Delhi government's pollution control measures, such as water sprinklers, are ongoing.
Why it matters
The air quality improvement could benefit residents' health, but ongoing pollution remains a concern.
Source
Times Now
