According to data from the IQAir air pollution index measurement application, at 8:25 am this morning, Hanoi was the 5th most polluted city in the world with an AQI index of 191 - an unhealthy level for human health.
Especially, at 8 am this morning, there were many points with AQI index at the purple level - very unhealthy. Among them, Ha Dong ISPH station AQI 336, Quang Khanh station AQI 228, Ciputra AQI 207 and Dong Truc commune, Thach That district (now Ha Bang commune) AQI 289.
According to the monitoring system of the Department of Environment (Ministry of Agriculture and Environment), at 8 am this morning, at the measuring station at the gate of Hanoi University of Science and Technology on Giai Phong street, the AQI index was 170 - a bad level - normal people are starting to have health effects, sensitive groups may encounter health problems.
At station 556 Nguyen Van Cu at 8 am this morning, the AQI index was 124 - a poor level.
Experts recommend that when the air quality index reaches a hazardous level (AQI 301-500), people should minimize going out, temporarily stop outdoor activities and switch to indoor activities. It is necessary to close doors to avoid exposure to pollution. For sensitive groups, the recommendations are even stricter: absolutely do not go out and ensure that the indoor environment is ventilated and safe.
