Air pollution index in Hai Duong city continues to be at a bad level

According to the Environmental Monitoring Portal (Department of Pollution Control, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment), the air pollution index (AQI) measured in Hai Duong City at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 6 was 175, at the red warning level, poor air quality.

Meanwhile, according to the global application AirVisual, the AQI index at this time is 193, at the red warning level. From 0:00 to 13:00 on the same day, this index is always at the purple warning level, the highest AQI is up to 265 at 2-3 o'clock. The PM2.5 fine dust index is also at a very high level of 115.1 µm/m³.

Over the past two months, Hanoi has consistently been among the top cities with high air pollution levels, at alarming levels. On January 6, Hanoi ranked fourth in this ranking, according to the AirVisual application.

Both of the above applications warn that pollution index and fine dust as above are harmful to health, even normal people are affected.

According to the AirVisual application, air quality from now until January 9 is forecast to continue at bad and poor levels (red and orange warnings).

The Department of Health Environment Management has recommended preventive measures to protect health when the air quality index is at a bad level (level 151 - 200).

Accordingly, for normal people, outdoor activities or strenuous physical activities should be limited. If you have to work or do outdoor activities, you should arrange and choose a time of day with less pollution, need to rest more, and perform activities with moderate intensity. Avoid activities in areas with high risk of air pollution.

If you have to travel, you should increase the use of public transport and limit the use of motorbikes and bicycles to reduce exposure to polluted air.

You should limit opening windows and doors when the air is heavily polluted, especially families near traffic routes or areas with air pollution.

Clean your nose and gargle with saline morning and night, especially after going out. Rinse your eyes with saline in the evening before going to bed.

For sensitive people, avoid outdoor activities or strenuous physical activities. Activities such as exercise and physical training should be performed indoors. Limit opening windows and doors during times of heavy air pollution. Clean your nose and gargle with saline solution morning and night, especially after going out. Rinse your eyes with saline solution in the evening before going to bed. Monitor your health. If you experience acute symptoms such as difficulty breathing, cough, or fever, go to a medical facility immediately for examination, advice, and treatment.