01 Nov 2019 | 02:52 PM UTC

India: Millions of masks distributed as pollution remains high in Delhi November 1 /update 3

Millions of masks distributed at Delhi schools as pollution levels remain high November 1; limit outdoor activity

TIMEFRAME expected from 11/1/2019, 12:00 AM until 11/5/2019, 11:59 PM (Asia/Kolkata). COUNTRY/REGION Dehli

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14 Nov 02:32 PM UTC —

India: Hazardous air quality levels continue in Delhi November 14 /update 9

12 Nov 11:28 AM UTC —

India: Hazardous air quality levels continue in Delhi November 12 /update 8

05 Nov 01:19 PM UTC —

India: Hazardous air quality levels continue to impact Delhi November 5 /update 7

04 Nov 06:47 AM UTC —

India: Anti-pollution measures implemented in New Delhi November 4 /update 6

03 Nov 06:49 PM UTC —

India: Severe pollution causes flight delays at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi November 3 /update 5

02 Nov 07:24 AM UTC —

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28 Oct 11:19 AM UTC —

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09 Oct 02:59 PM UTC —

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Event

Millions of masks are being distributed in Delhi-area schools as of Friday, November 1, as PM2.5 levels in the capital remain at "severe" levels of 411 micrograms per cubic meter, according to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR). Construction has reportedly been suspended in Delhi for a week, fireworks have been banned, and schools are slated to remain closed until Tuesday, November 5.

The smog is expected to significantly hamper outdoor activity over the coming days, even as pollution levels are forecast to gradually decrease.

Advice

Individuals present in Delhi are advised to monitor the situation, limit outdoor activities until the situation normalizes, and wear N95 rated masks as a protection. Children and those with chronic respiratory illnesses should exercise increased caution. Individuals are advised to seek medical attention if experiencing breathing difficulties or other health concerns.

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