Toronto experienced the worst air quality of any major city in the world on Wednesday as thick smoke from wildfires burning across north-western Ontario blanketed the city.
Uzbekistan has launched a nationwide environmental initiative titled ‘Day Without Cars’, which will take place twice a month as part of efforts to improve air quality and reduce vehicle emissions.
As pollution levels in New Delhi reached dangerously high levels over the weekend, residents of the Indian capital sought refuge in the cooler, cleaner air of northern India's hill towns.
Dense smog has forced authorities in Pakistan’s Punjab province to shut several major motorways on Tuesday (16 December), stranding commuters as visibility dropped sharply and Lahore’s air quality reached hazardous levels.
Uzbekistan has launched an urgent environmental reform package after recent air-quality data revealed serious pollution problems, particularly in Tashkent
Wildfires, which scientists believe are becoming more frequent due to climate change, were a major driver of air pollution last year, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said in a report released on Friday.
The French city of Lyon has introduced new restrictions on car traffic in its historic centre as part of a broader plan to reduce air pollution and prioritize sustainable urban living.
Kyrgyzstan reconsiders relocating its capital to address Bishkek's pollution and overcrowding, with the proposed city of Asman positioned as a futuristic alternative.
Dense fog blanketed Delhi on Friday, reducing visibility to zero in some areas and disrupting flights, while the city’s air quality remained "severe," ranking as the world’s second-most polluted capital.
Thick smog grips Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, creating a hazardous environment for residents. The city is currently facing one of Europe’s worst pollution crises, with many struggling to breathe.
New Delhi has once again been engulfed by dangerous levels of pollution, prompting authorities to impose stricter measures to protect public health. With the air quality index soaring above 400, the city is now facing a severe environmental crisis.
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