"Lahore Suffers Toxic Smog Crisis, Tops Global Air Pollution Rankings"

Lahore is experiencing a severe toxic smog crisis, topping global air pollution rankings with an alarming Air Quality Index of 420, primarily due to hazardous PM2.5 particulates.

• In the early hours, Lahores air quality index soared to 420, with PM2.5 particulates measured at 142 µg/m³, significantly exceeding the World Health Organizations safe limit.
• Other cities in Punjab, Pakistan, are also affected, with Faisalabad recording an AQI of 622 and Multan at 485, indicating a widespread pollution emergency across the region.
• This crisis in Lahore highlights a growing trend of severe air pollution, exacerbated by industrial emissions and vehicle exhaust, posing serious health risks to its 15 million residents.