Delhi-NCR residents are facing another spell of hazardous air pollution, with several monitoring stations in the national capital recording Air Quality Index (AQI) readings above 400 on November 9. While the city’s overall air quality remained in the Very Poor category, multiple locations entered the Severe category, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.
With GRAP Stage III restrictions in force across the region, health experts advise residents to limit exposure to polluted air and take precautions, particularly children, senior citizens and people with existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.
Prolonged exposure to polluted air can irritate the eyes and throat, aggravate respiratory illnesses and increase the risk of heart-related complications. Completely avoiding exposure may not always be possible, but changing certain daily habits can help reduce the amount of polluted air inhaled.
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Here are eight things residents should avoid when pollution levels are high.
1. Avoid morning walks and outdoor workouts
Morning walks, jogging and cycling may be part of your daily fitness routine, but exercising outdoors during severe pollution can increase exposure to harmful particles. Physical activity makes people breathe faster and more deeply, potentially increasing the amount of polluted air entering their lungs. Consider indoor workouts instead and avoid strenuous outdoor exercise until air quality improves.
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