Kathmandu Valley Air Quality Improves Following Rainfall
Summary
The air quality in Kathmandu Valley has improved following recent rainfall, with the AQI dropping from 'very unhealthy' to 'unhealthy'.
Key Points
- The air quality index (AQI) in Kathmandu Valley reached a high of 247, categorized as 'very unhealthy', last Thursday.
- Recent rainfall has caused the AQI to drop to 141, which is still 'unhealthy' but shows improvement.
- Rainfall helps reduce air pollution by clearing dust and particulate matter from the atmosphere.
- Polluted air from India contributes to Kathmandu's pollution problem, and sustainable development measures are necessary to control pollution.
