The air quality in the financial capital, Mumbai, fell under the ‘unhealthy’ category on Monday.
According to aqi.in, Mumbaikars might breathe unhealthy air as the air quality has deteriorated in the city.
As per the report, the pollutant PM 2.5 and PM 10 concentrations in Mumbai are at 132 and 152 respectively.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 156 in Mumbai.
What to do and what not to do?
– Avoid outdoor exercises.
– Must stay indoors and must wear an N95 mask if stepping out.
– If possible, use an air purifier at home.
– Children should avoid going out to play.
– If you experience any respiratory issues, contact a doctor.
For the unversed, Air Quality Index is a yardstick to measure the quality of air in a given area, ranging from 0 to 500.
While a good AQI ranges from 0-50 and consists of air that is free from toxins, AQI ranging between 51-100 is moderate, 101-200 is poor, 201-300 is unhealthy and 301-400 is severe.
The AQI falling under 401-500 is hazardous. As per aqi.in, prolonged exposure in such an environment can lead to premature death.
