Lahore Ranks as World’s Most Polluted City
Most outlets reported that Lahore has been ranked as the world’s most polluted city, with air quality reaching unhealthy levels. Daily Pakistan added context by mentioning a rain forecast and provided an AQI reading, while Minute Mirror focused more narrowly on the ranking and the impact on air quality.
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Lahore ranks world’s most polluted city with AQI of 199
Lahore has ranked first among the world’s most polluted cities, recording an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 199, with several areas reporting significantly higher pollution levels.
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Lahore tops world’s most polluted cities list
Lahore has ranked first on the list of the world’s most polluted cities, with air quality reaching unhealthy levels across several areas of the city.
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Rain forecast today as Lahore ranks as world’s most polluted city
LAHORE – Punjab capital city of Lahore has topped the list of the most polluted cities as air pollution levels continue to rise,. The city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) has been recorded at 201 and readings reaching 300 in some neighbourhoods. According to air quality data, Gulberg II recorded the highest AQI of 300. […]
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