A “red danger” has been declared in Tehran, the capital of Iran! Air pollution is at a critical level… Parks and gardens are empty
Air pollution in northern areas of Tehran is “unhealthy for vulnerable groups” (orange) and “unhealthy for all groups” (red) in southern areas. of the city social Parks and gardens in the center are deserted due to disturbing air pollution. Citizens who went out were seen wearing masks, taking into account the warnings of the authorities.
It is interesting that the crowd has decreased significantly on Cumhuri Street, where electronic devices are sold, currency exchange offices are located and people are generally crowded.
No reduction in vehicular traffic was expected. Despite the authorities’ warning not to go out on the street unless necessary, and Tehran Municipality’s statement that entry tickets will not be sold to restricted areas, drivers did not leave the streets empty.
Milad Tower, one of the symbols of the city, also got a blurred silhouette due to heavy air pollution.
High-level in Tehran and Elburz provinces last week weather Due to pollution, schools were closed and classes were held online. In a statement issued yesterday, it was announced that schools are closed until Tuesday evening.
Weather In addition to circulation and location that does not match the population density, the exhaust gases of old model cars and frequently used motorcycles are factors that increase air pollution in Tehran.
This is why the world weather Schools are often closed in Tehran, which is reported to be one of the top 3 cities in terms of pollution.
In the air quality index, the values determined according to particles (PM10) per cubic meter of air are given as follows:
0-50 “clean air” (green), 51-100 “moderate” (yellow), 101-150 “unhealthy for sensitive groups” (orange), 151-200 “unhealthy” (red), 201-300 “very harmful” (purple), 301-500 “dangerous”
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