Air Quality Improves in Kathmandu Valley Following Rainfall
Summary
Air quality in Kathmandu Valley has improved significantly following recent rainfall, reducing the city's pollution level from the second to the twelfth most polluted globally.
Key Points
- Air pollution in Kathmandu Valley has decreased from an AQI of 178 to 149 after recent rainfall.
- Kathmandu dropped from the second to the twelfth most polluted city worldwide following the improvement.
- Rainfall helps reduce dust and pollution by bringing particles to the ground and wind dispersal.
- Meteorological data shows heavy rainfall across several provinces contributed to the air quality improvement.
