My Tiny Feed

zeit.de

Delhi Smog Crisis: Schools Closed, Restrictions Imposed

Severe smog in New Delhi leads to school closures and restrictions on construction and traffic. High pollution levels are affecting health, with neighboring Pakistan also experiencing dangerous air quality.

Read original article in German

German

Germany

HealthClimate ChangePublic HealthIndiaEnvironmental RegulationsAir PollutionSmog

World Health Organization (Who)IqairDelhi's Air Quality Control Commission

How serious is the situation considered by the Indian authorities?: The situation is considered "serious" by Indian authorities, with high pollution levels affecting healthy individuals and worsening pre-existing conditions.
What measures are being taken in New Delhi to address the severe smog?: Due to severe smog, all elementary schools in New Delhi are temporarily switching to remote learning. Construction and traffic are also restricted.
What are the main components of the smog affecting Delhi and surrounding areas?: The smog is a mixture of particulate matter, soot, sulfur dioxide, and other gases, significantly exceeding WHO guidelines. Neighboring Pakistan also faces dangerous air pollution levels.
What are the primary causes of the high level of air pollution in Delhi, particularly during winter?: Causes include vehicle and industrial emissions, construction dust, burning of agricultural waste, and garbage incineration. The problem is particularly acute during winter months.
What recommendations were made by the Delhi air quality control commission to the residents of Delhi?: Delhi's air quality control commission urged residents to use public transport, carpools, walk or cycle for short distances, and avoid burning coal or wood for heating.

Jan 21, 01:10

Vibrio Vulnificus: A Hidden Death Toll from Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene's direct death toll of 12 in Pinellas County is dwarfed by an additional 5 deaths from Vibrio vulnificus infections in the following weeks, highlighting the undercounting of hurricane-related fatalities due to climate change's impact on bacterium outbreaks and the increasing intensity and slower speed of hurricanes.

Jan 20, 22:10

Polar Vortex and Winter Storm Enzo to Cripple US with Life-Threatening Cold

A life-threatening polar vortex and Winter Storm Enzo will impact 235 million Americans from Monday to Wednesday, bringing temperatures as low as -50°F and heavy snow and ice to the Southern US, causing widespread disruptions and health risks.

Jan 20, 19:08

Arctic Blast Cripples US with Sub-Zero Temperatures and Heavy Snow

A historic arctic blast is bringing sub-zero temperatures and heavy snow to much of the US, impacting over 200 million people and causing widespread travel disruptions and emergency declarations.

Jan 20, 13:13

Crippling Winter Storm Impacts 170 Million Across US

Over 170 million Americans face a severe winter storm bringing historic snowfall, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures to the South and Northeast, causing widespread travel disruptions, school closures, and potential water pipe damage; states of emergency declared in Louisiana and Texas.