Andhra Pradesh Cities Record Dip in Air Quality Post-Deepavali
· India · The Hindu, NDTV
Cities in Andhra Pradesh, particularly Visakhapatnam and Rajamahendravaram, experienced a significant dip in air quality to the "poor" category on November 9, 2026, the day after Deepavali. Other prominent cities recorded "moderate" air quality, ranging between 101 and 200 AQI. The Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB) reported that particulate matter exceeded National Ambient Air Quality Standards due to firecracker burning. Noise levels also peaked at 111 dB(A) in Visakhapatnam and 112 dB(A) in Vijayawada, far exceeding the night-time standard of 45 dB(A). A pulmonologist from Medicover Hospitals in Visakhapatnam advised vulnerable groups to wear masks, noting an increase in respiratory issues post-festival.
Why it matters
The deteriorated air and noise quality after Deepavali directly impacts public health, especially for individuals with respiratory and heart conditions. This annual pollution spike highlights the need for stricter regulations and public awareness regarding firecracker use.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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