People advised to wear mask as air quality worsens
Air quality data is regularly updated on the Department of Environment's website and people are urged to monitor this information and take necessary precautions accordingly
The air quality in Dhaka and its surrounding areas has deteriorated to unhealthy and, at times, hazardous levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 250.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has urged citizens to wear masks outdoors and advised sensitive individuals to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.
Air quality data is regularly updated on the Department of Environment's website and people are urged to monitor this information and take necessary precautions accordingly, said a ministry press release today (10 December).
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It also requested all to contribute to air pollution control from their respective positions.
Brick kiln, factory owners and general people were advised to adopt the following measures:
• Refrain from burning solid waste.
• Install proper enclosures and covers at construction sites.
• Keep construction materials covered.
• Ensure trucks or lorries transporting construction materials are fully covered.
• Spray water around construction areas at least twice a day.
• Avoid operating old and smoke-emitting vehicles on roads.
Controlling air pollution is a time-consuming process and the government urges all stakeholders to collaborate in this effort, the release added.
