Pollution levels to rise once again; current relief is short lived

November 24, 2018 2:56 PM | Skymet Weather Team

The inhabitants of Delhi-NCR have been witnessing dry and little warm days during day time and cool weather during night.

Since past few days, in forenoon and afternoon hours, the levels of pollution have decreased due to the presence of prevalent northwesterly winds. As per experts, these weather conditions will continue to prevail for coming 24-36 hours. Post that, there are chances of winds changing their direction once again.

Therefore, pollution levels are likely to increase.

Currently, the pollution levels in Delhi-NCR have made a shift from very poor to moderate category. There will be once again a shift in the levels post onset of easterly winds from November 26 the evening.

The PM10 levels recorded on Saturday are as follows – Pitampura 186, Noida 195, Delhi University 195, Pusa 176, Mathura Road 218 and Airport 210. In fact, the overall Air Quality Index of Delhi was also around 300 today.

As per the weathermen, there will be clouding on November 27-28, but the weather will still continue to remain dry. Light winds will prevail during that time and pollution levels will make a spike.

Thus, local citizens and residents are advised to be very cautious and they need not step out of the house without masks.

Image Credits – Delhi Times

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