In Pakistan, the intensity of smog continues due to which people are suffering from various diseases.
The whole world, including Pakistan, is facing various types of environmental problems.The main reason for this is the changes taking place in the environment and the problems arising from them. Winter and summer seasons are getting harsher.
Smog has engulfed various cities of Pakistan and this smog is an environmental pollutant that affects the air.Smog has enveloped Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan, and the two largest cities of Punjab, Lahore and Multan, are among the most polluted cities in the world.
What is smog?
Pollution is a major cause of smog. As the temperature decreases, the warm air becomes suspended in the atmosphere instead of rising. And in it, smoke, straw and particles produced by burning garbage, gases and particles produced by smoke from vehicles and factories get suspended in the air, which makes the air look polluted from bottom to top.
Smog in Pakistan The main reason is the burning of rice straw
Smog in Lahore:
In Lahore, the intensity of smog continued, diseases began to spread.Lahore has been engulfed in smog for the past several days. Due to this, nose, ear, throat, eye and chest diseases are spreading rapidly.
Only Gulab Devi Hospital in the city has doubled the number of nose, ear, throat, eye and chest patients and talking about Gulab Devi Hospital, patient lines have formed here and people are very worried, people’s businesses are closing.
According to Dr. Hamid Hasan of MS Gulab Devi Hospital, 14,000 patients came to the hospital due to smog in October last year, this year this number has exceeded 30,000.
Patients undergoing treatment at the hospital say that extreme caution is required during smog. Do not be careless and must wear a mask and go out less and use more water.
Medical experts say that the number of patients is expected to increase continuously until the air in the city is cleared
The air quality index (AQI) in Lahore, Pakistan is hazardous today at 653 AQI.
All tourist and entertainment programs and events in Lahore have been suspended till November 17 and all sports venues and schools and colleges are closed till November 17.Motorways have also been closed due to smog and fog.
Smog in Multan:
Due to smog, Multan has become the most polluted city and Lahore has become the second most polluted city.Multan city also became the number one among the most polluted cities of Pakistan at night, the air quality index crossed 1900 and many cities of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are also covered by fog and smog.Multan topped air pollution with a score of 2135.
All tourism and entertainment programs and events in Multan have been suspended till November 17 and all sports venues and schools and colleges are closed till November 17.Motorways have also been closed due to smog and fog.
Effects and diseases of smog:
Due to smog, nose, ear, throat, eye and chest patients have doubled and the biggest problem due to smog is breathing problem. Due to smog, the number of patients with eye diseases, colds, coughs, allergies is increasing, asthma patients are also suffering from problems.Symptoms of smog include itchy eyes, nose and throat, sneezing, wheezing, coughing and allergic reactions, and you should consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Smog Safety and Precautions:
Pollution is a major cause of smog. As the temperature decreases, the warm air becomes suspended in the atmosphere instead of rising. And in it, smoke, straw and particles produced by burning garbage, gases and particles produced by smoke from vehicles and factories get suspended in the air, which makes the air look polluted from bottom to top.
Keep small children well covered especially during smog and in winter as the effects of cold are more on children.A mask must be worn on smog days.
It is necessary to install special smog lights in vehicles.
Whenever you come from outside, wash your eyes and face with cold water.
Important decisions of Pakistan government to control smog:
In order to deal with the problem of smog in various cities of Punjab, the Lahore High Court has ordered the closure of markets across Punjab at 8 pm, while all markets across Punjab will remain closed on Sundays as well.
In 18 districts of smog-affected 4th division, all recreational facilities, including sports grounds, museums and zoos, will also remain closed till November 17.
On the other hand, Lahore Walled City Authority has also suspended all tourism and entertainment programs and events in the city till November 17.
Due to smog and fog in the plains of Punjab, various motorways have been closed at many places.The spokesman further said that the closure of the motorways is to ensure public safety and safe travel.
Motorway police say road users should travel during smoggy and foggy days as much as possible during daylight hours and use front and rear fog lights if travel is unavoidable.
The government’s decision to impose a complete ban on smog-emitting vehicles:
The reason for air pollution is the decision of the Punjab government to completely ban vehicles that emit smoke.The transport department has given a one-week ultimatum to the owners of private and public transport vehicles.
The Transport Department has given a 7-day ultimatum to the private vehicle owners to ensure the service of vehicles that emit smoke, otherwise there will be a heavy challan
Due to smog in the province of Punjab, the air pollution has increased to a dangerous level, during the day time, the cities of Rojhan and Sialkot in southern Punjab surpassed Lahore in air pollution, the air quality index was recorded at 812 in Rojhan and 620 in Sialkot.
Senior Minister Punjab Maryam Aurangzeb regarding smog:
Regarding smog, Punjab Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb said that the entire country and every citizen will have to struggle to eliminate smog, all precautionary measures including masks will have to be taken.
