New Delhi wakes to severe smog after Diwali fireworks
The Air Quality Index exceeded 350 in several parts of India’s capital on Monday morning. Firecrackers added smoke and fine particles to pollution from local sources and seasonal crop burning.
New Delhi was blanketed by smog on Monday after Diwali firecrackers added to already high pollution levels. 1NewsCityNews
The Air Quality Index exceeded 350 in several parts of the capital, reaching the severe category and posing health risks. 1News
Restrictions allowed approved green firecrackers during specified three-hour windows over the weekend, but they still release pollutants. 1News