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Avoid exercise and remain indoors. Avoid outdoor exercise. It is advisable to wear a pollution mask outdoors and indoors as well. Air purifiers should be turned on. Heed every local health advisory, and ensure homes are sealed effectively against the polluted air. Join the movement! Get a monitor and contribute to air quality data in your city BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR How can I protect myself when air quality is hazardous? Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts and consistently monitor your air quality. Help increase the amount of ground-level monitors by becoming an air quality contributor. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Note that “Hazardous” pollution levels require a mask even when indoors.Run a high-performance air purifier to filter pollutants, particles, gases, and other contaminants. 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Grasping the Severity of Hazardous AQI

An Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 300 is termed \"Hazardous.\" At this extreme, there's a health warning of emergency conditions. The entire population is likely to be severely affected.

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HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS
How to protect from Hazardous pollution
\n \n $\"Mask$ \n Wear a mask outdoors and indoors GET A MASK\n \n \n	\n \n $\"Air$ \n Run an air purifier GET AN AIR PURIFIER\n \n \n
\n \n $\"Monitor$ \n Close your windows to avoid dirty outdoor air GET A MONITOR\n \n \n	\n \n $\"Exercise$ \n Avoid outdoor exercise \n \n

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Protective Measures for Hazardous Air Quality

When air quality is hazardous, everyone is at high risk of experiencing strong irritation and negative health effects that could trigger respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses.

Avoid exercise and remain indoors. Avoid outdoor exercise. It is advisable to wear a pollution mask outdoors and indoors as well. Air purifiers should be turned on. Heed every local health advisory, and ensure homes are sealed effectively against the polluted air.

Join the movement!

Get a monitor and contribute to air quality data in your city

BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR

How can I protect myself when air quality is hazardous?

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts and consistently monitor your air quality.
Help increase the amount of ground-level monitors by becoming an air quality contributor. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Note that “Hazardous” pollution levels require a mask even when indoors.Run a high-performance air purifier to filter pollutants, particles, gases, and other contaminants.

How to best protect from air pollution?

Reduce your air pollution exposure

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Face Mask

\n $\"HPP\"$ \n

Air Purifier

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Air quality monitors

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The public should greatly reduce outdoor exertion. While the broader population might still be largely unaffected, sensitive groups are at much greater health risk and should be very cautious. They should avoid all outdoor activity. Join the movement! Get a monitor and contribute to air quality data in your city BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR How can I protect myself when air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups? Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts and consistently monitor your air quality. Help increase the amount of ground-level monitors by becoming an air quality contributor. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Sensitive groups should stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter pollutants, particles, gases, and other contaminants","

Understanding the \"Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups\" AQI Range

An Air Quality Index (AQI) between 101-150 is deemed \"Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.\" Sensitive groups include:

Children
The Elderly
Pregnant People
People with cardiac and pulmonary diseases

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HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS
How to protect from Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups pollution
\n \n $\"Mask$ \n Wear a mask outdoors and indoors GET A MASK\n \n \n	\n \n $\"Air$ \n Run an air purifier GET AN AIR PURIFIER\n \n \n
\n \n $\"Monitor$ \n Close your windows to avoid dirty outdoor air GET A MONITOR\n \n \n	\n \n $\"Exercise$ \n Reduce outdoor exercise \n \n

Protective Measures for Sensitive Groups

When air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups, everyone is at risk for eye, skin, and throat irritation, as well as respiratory problems. The public should greatly reduce outdoor exertion.

While the broader population might still be largely unaffected, sensitive groups are at much greater health risk and should be very cautious. They should avoid all outdoor activity.

Join the movement!

Get a monitor and contribute to air quality data in your city

BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR

How can I protect myself when air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups?

Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts and consistently monitor your air quality.
Help increase the amount of ground-level monitors by becoming an air quality contributor. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Sensitive groups should stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter pollutants, particles, gases, and other contaminants

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Sustainable, smart, energy-efficient air purification.

Atem Earth brings medical-grade filtration into an elegant form, crafted from 100% sustainably sourced beech wood with a natural, paint-free finish, and built to use five times less plastic than conventional air purifiers. Its cylindrical vortex system delivers powerful coverage up to 1,460 sq ft (136m²) while using just 50 watts at maximum speed.

A built-in PM2.5 sensor continuously monitors indoor air, and dual indoor/outdoor air quality indicator rings make comparison instant. With AirVisual app integration, you can pull outdoor data from your city, a nearby station via the IQAir Map, or your own outdoor monitor—so you always know what you’re breathing. Smart Mode automatically adjusts fan speed in real time, and advanced filter-life monitoring helps maintain high efficiency, extend filter life, and reduce waste.

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See why Dr. Stanely, a tireless advocate for systemic healthcare, invested in high performance air filtration for his world-renowned dental clinic.

","Dr. Miguel Stanley is the founder and clinical director of the White Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal (1). His patients travel to him from around the world; among his clients are famous athletes and celebrities. “I'm an old school dentist doing advanced integrative dentistry,” he said. “One of the fastest growing trends in dentistry is connecting the mouth to the rest of the body.” – Dr. Miguel Stanley When he’s not doing clinical work, Dr. Stanley advocates and educates both colleagues and the public on the crucial role oral health plays in our overall health, and has lectured in over 50 countries (2). As the co-founder the Slow Dentistry Global Network, Dr. Stanley is dedicated to bettering the safety and experience of patients around the globe. And as an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry, he’s noted hundreds of keynote lectures given over the course of 25 years. Around 2018, Dr. Stanley decided to transition his private practice towards integrative healthcare. “One of the fastest growing trends in dentistry is connecting the mouth to the rest of the body.” In line with this trend of comprehensive health care, Dr. Stanley incorporated many advanced technologies including IQAir’s advanced air filtration systems to enhance the overall wellness environment within his clinic. State-of-the-Art equipment for enhanced patient care The White Clinic boasts a wide array of equipment, ranging from hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), and cryotherapy and hydrogen inhalation for wound-healing and pain relief. Yet there was one technology Dr. Stanley wanted to invest in to improve not only the well-being of his patients but also himself and his staff at the clinic. Dr. Stanley's commitment to advanced dental care extends beyond cosmetic enhancements; he sees oral health as a window to overall wellness. This perspective is why he eventually incorporated IQAir’s air filtration technologies—because clean air in the clinic does more than protect against immediate contaminants; it’s integral to holistic health outcomes. IQAir: An essential addition As the global COVID-19 pandemic sparked shutdowns and quarantines, Dr. Stanley’s clinic was the first dental clinic in Portugal to close its doors for safety. He understood that he’d need a practical solution for keeping his patients and staff safe. IQAir’s reputation for excellence stood out to him. “I trust Swiss tech a lot. I've always invested in quality, and I hold the belief that if it's something that is important to you, you have to buy the best.” Dr. Stanley purchased four IQAir CleanZone systems for his clinic. Armed with IQAir’s patented HyperHEPA filtration technology (far superior to standard HEPA filters and proven to trap more than 99.5% of particles down to 0.003 microns—a level of filtration crucial in dental clinics), the White Clinic would be well-protected from bacteria and viruses like SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. “IQAir filtration became an essential part of our medical armamentarium.” “IQAir filtration became an essential part of our medical armamentarium throughout dental procedures and improved the air quality for everyone in the room. We use it for our laser surgery to filler aerosols as well as mercury amalgam removal under the SMART protocol,” Dr. Stanley said. Seeing the clean air difference In his medical advocacy, Dr. Stanley notes that it’s essential for dentists to always place safety first in their practices. This is foundational for Slow Dentistry. Doctors, surgeons, and dentists all generate aerosols in their practice. From chemical disinfectants to higher-than-average levels of inorganic mercury (Hg), there is demonstrable increased risk of poor health impacts from aerosolized pollutants. Extraoral suction and negative pressure equipment, which Dr. Stanley invested in during dental treatments, is a central component to safe, effective dentistry. But beyond his immediate practice needs, he wanted to elevate the air quality in his practice to the highest possible standard. Dr. Stanley runs his IQAir systems at the highest possible setting. And in his practice, he can actually see the systems working to keep him and his team safe. Aerosols that could impact his safety are visible. “I use and Er-Yag laser for surgery and because I also use Zeiss microscope magnification with LED light, I can see this cloud of aerosols magnified. I can really see it's being sucked into the IQAir tube. I can actually see it, so I'm not feeling it. That is worth gold to me.” Safe, effective air cleaning technology, Dr. Stanley feels, is essential for a wide variety of medical settings. “Adopting IQAir’s filtration technology has been a game-changer, ensuring that our practice not only meets but exceeds health and safety standards. This technology is pivotal and should become a standard in dental practices worldwide for its undeniable benefits in protecting both patients and staff.” “This technology is pivotal and should become a standard in dental practices worldwide for its undeniable benefits in protecting both patients and staff.” The future of dentistry Dr. Stanley’s advocacy and grounding in systemic healthcare, connecting all aspects of the body to better health outcomes and great longevity, is a fundamental aspect of his practice. \"I envision a future where everyone understands the true foundations of longevity—embracing simple, vital practices like healthy eating, sound sleep, and avoiding harmful habits.” Dr Stanley has also recently developed MissingLink, an AI platform that can scan dental X-rays and looking for hidden pathologies that patients can also use. As Dr. Stanley said, “Its a simple tool that connects doctors to dentists.” The takeaway By investing in IQAir’s advanced air purification systems, Dr. Stanley extends his holistic health philosophy into every aspect of his practice, thus safeguarding both patients and staff against airborne pollutants. He would love to see more patients take an active role in their own healthcare, and to better understand how systemic healthcare care improve longevity and healthful living. Part of that solution requires access to clean, healthy air. He encourages other dentists to investigate high performance air filtration for their practices as well. And he was satisfied with his own investment in IQAir filtration. “They're very robust, very trustworthy, and the price and quality are amazing.”","

Dr. Miguel Stanley is the founder and clinical director of the White Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal (1). His patients travel to him from around the world; among his clients are famous athletes and celebrities. “I'm an old school dentist doing advanced integrative dentistry,” he said.

“One of the fastest growing trends in dentistry is connecting the mouth to the rest of the body.” – Dr. Miguel Stanley

When he’s not doing clinical work, Dr. Stanley advocates and educates both colleagues and the public on the crucial role oral health plays in our overall health, and has lectured in over 50 countries (2). As the co-founder the Slow Dentistry Global Network, Dr. Stanley is dedicated to bettering the safety and experience of patients around the globe. And as an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry, he’s noted hundreds of keynote lectures given over the course of 25 years.

Around 2018, Dr. Stanley decided to transition his private practice towards integrative healthcare. “One of the fastest growing trends in dentistry is connecting the mouth to the rest of the body.” In line with this trend of comprehensive health care, Dr. Stanley incorporated many advanced technologies including IQAir’s advanced air filtration systems to enhance the overall wellness environment within his clinic.

State-of-the-Art equipment for enhanced patient care

The White Clinic boasts a wide array of equipment, ranging from hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), and cryotherapy and hydrogen inhalation for wound-healing and pain relief. Yet there was one technology Dr. Stanley wanted to invest in to improve not only the well-being of his patients but also himself and his staff at the clinic.

Dr. Stanley's commitment to advanced dental care extends beyond cosmetic enhancements; he sees oral health as a window to overall wellness. This perspective is why he eventually incorporated IQAir’s air filtration technologies—because clean air in the clinic does more than protect against immediate contaminants; it’s integral to holistic health outcomes.

IQAir: An essential addition

As the global COVID-19 pandemic sparked shutdowns and quarantines, Dr. Stanley’s clinic was the first dental clinic in Portugal to close its doors for safety. He understood that he’d need a practical solution for keeping his patients and staff safe.

IQAir’s reputation for excellence stood out to him. “I trust Swiss tech a lot. I've always invested in quality, and I hold the belief that if it's something that is important to you, you have to buy the best.”

Dr. Stanley purchased four IQAir CleanZone systems for his clinic. Armed with IQAir’s patented HyperHEPA filtration technology (far superior to standard HEPA filters and proven to trap more than 99.5% of particles down to 0.003 microns—a level of filtration crucial in dental clinics), the White Clinic would be well-protected from bacteria and viruses like SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

“IQAir filtration became an essential part of our medical armamentarium.”

“IQAir filtration became an essential part of our medical armamentarium throughout dental procedures and improved the air quality for everyone in the room. We use it for our laser surgery to filler aerosols as well as mercury amalgam removal under the SMART protocol,” Dr. Stanley said.

Seeing the clean air difference

In his medical advocacy, Dr. Stanley notes that it’s essential for dentists to always place safety first in their practices. This is foundational for Slow Dentistry.

Doctors, surgeons, and dentists all generate aerosols in their practice. From chemical disinfectants to higher-than-average levels of inorganic mercury (Hg), there is demonstrable increased risk of poor health impacts from aerosolized pollutants.

Extraoral suction and negative pressure equipment, which Dr. Stanley invested in during dental treatments, is a central component to safe, effective dentistry. But beyond his immediate practice needs, he wanted to elevate the air quality in his practice to the highest possible standard.

Dr. Stanley runs his IQAir systems at the highest possible setting. And in his practice, he can actually see the systems working to keep him and his team safe.

Aerosols that could impact his safety are visible. “I use and Er-Yag laser for surgery and because I also use Zeiss microscope magnification with LED light, I can see this cloud of aerosols magnified. I can really see it's being sucked into the IQAir tube. I can actually see it, so I'm not feeling it. That is worth gold to me.”

Safe, effective air cleaning technology, Dr. Stanley feels, is essential for a wide variety of medical settings. “Adopting IQAir’s filtration technology has been a game-changer, ensuring that our practice not only meets but exceeds health and safety standards. This technology is pivotal and should become a standard in dental practices worldwide for its undeniable benefits in protecting both patients and staff.”

“This technology is pivotal and should become a standard in dental practices worldwide for its undeniable benefits in protecting both patients and staff.”

The future of dentistry

Dr. Stanley’s advocacy and grounding in systemic healthcare, connecting all aspects of the body to better health outcomes and great longevity, is a fundamental aspect of his practice. \"I envision a future where everyone understands the true foundations of longevity—embracing simple, vital practices like healthy eating, sound sleep, and avoiding harmful habits.”

Dr Stanley has also recently developed MissingLink, an AI platform that can scan dental X-rays and looking for hidden pathologies that patients can also use. As Dr. Stanley said, “Its a simple tool that connects doctors to dentists.”

The takeaway

By investing in IQAir’s advanced air purification systems, Dr. Stanley extends his holistic health philosophy into every aspect of his practice, thus safeguarding both patients and staff against airborne pollutants.

He would love to see more patients take an active role in their own healthcare, and to better understand how systemic healthcare care improve longevity and healthful living. Part of that solution requires access to clean, healthy air.

He encourages other dentists to investigate high performance air filtration for their practices as well. And he was satisfied with his own investment in IQAir filtration.

“They're very robust, very trustworthy, and the price and quality are amazing.”

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A kitten rescue in Ontario needed a powerful clean air solution fast – and found it. Learn more about the essential role of clean air in shelters.

","Nestled in a small town near Cornwall, Canada, Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue serves as a lifeline for abandoned and vulnerable kittens (1). For nearly eight years, rescue founder Mellissa has worked tirelessly to save and nurture the most fragile feline lives in the region. Yet despite Mellissa’s dedication to maintaining a clean environment for those in her care, animal rescues must always contend with a formidable health challenge. Poor air quality impacts both kittens and the humans who care for them. Thanks to advanced air purification technology, the rescue now breathes easier—literally and figuratively. Mission built on compassion Mellissa’s journey to creating Tiny but Mighty began with heartbreak. As a volunteer at her local animal shelter, she learned of the euthanasia of kittens deemed too young to care for. Unwilling to accept this outcome, she founded her own kitten-focused rescue in 2017. “I had so many dreams about saving these kittens. Something told me to just do it myself—start my own rescue.” “I had so many dreams about saving these kittens. They wouldn’t let up,” Mellissa shared. “Something told me to just do it myself—start my own rescue.” Mellissa provides a safe space for kittens to grow and thrive until they find their carefully screened forever homes. Today, the rescue operates solely on donations and community support. “It’s such an incredible community. People do come through to support what I’m doing, so it’s incredible.” But running a rescue isn’t without its challenges, and one significant one she uncovered was air quality. Nova the kitten enjoying toys at the Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue. Good air quality: Essential in animal rescues Caring for kittens in any enclosed environment presents unique challenges. Despite her meticulous cleaning habits, Mellissa found air quality to be a problem. “The dust is crazy. The kittens will go in their litter box and sneeze.” There would still be dust, odors, and allergens in the space “even though I use 99% dust-free litter.” Mellissa explained. “It’s great compared to some I’ve tried, but the dust is crazy. The kittens will go in their litter box and make little sneezes.” This poor air quality not only affected visitors but also had potential health implications for the kittens and Mellissa herself. Dust mites, microscopic creatures that feed on animal’s dead skin, can cause year-round allergic reactions in both cats and humans, including sneezing, runny and itchy noses, watery eyes, and even rashes. Components of pet dander can also act as an allergen, triggering similar reactions. Determined to find a solution to her dust problem, she began her search for an air purifier that could meet the rescue’s unique needs. Life changing air cleaning solution Determined to tackle the persistent dust and allergens, Mellissa sought an air purifier that could truly meet the unique demands of her rescue. After years of frustration with a previous model, she knew she needed a solution that could handle constant activity, fine dust particles, and odors effectively. Mellissa recalled, “The dust was still spreading throughout the house, and I thought, ‘this is just not enough.’” That’s when Mellissa’s father suggested looking into IQAir’s HealthPro Plus XE. Intrigued by its reputation for advanced filtration capabilities, Mellissa decided to give it a try—and the results were immediate and noticeable. The HealthPro Plus XE is equipped with HyperHEPA filtration, capable of capturing particles as small as 0.003 microns—100 times smaller than most air purifiers can filter. This efficiency, proven to remove particles far smaller than bacteria or viruses, combined with gas-phase filtration to eliminate odors, made it an ideal solution for the rescue’s air quality challenges. “The kittens aren’t sneezing anymore. The air purifier has had a huge impact,” Mellissa shared. The HealthPro Plus XE at work next to Leia the cat. Not only did she see a dramatic improvement in the air quality for the kittens, but visitors also noticed the difference. The previously lingering food and litter odors were gone. “I definitely don’t smell that anymore,” Mellissa said. “I’m really impressed.” “The kittens aren’t sneezing anymore. The air purifier has had a huge impact.” When it comes to daily use, Mellissa has found a setup that works perfectly for the rescue’s needs. During cleaning, she runs the fan at its highest setting, ensuring dust and particles are quickly filtered out. For everyday operation, she adjusts the fan to levels 2 or 3, which run quietly enough not to disturb the kittens at night. Looking ahead For Mellissa, clean air ensures a brighter future for Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue. She intends to continue providing even more kittens with a safe haven before transitioning to loving homes. The cleaner air and lack of odor in the rescue has already improved adoption visits, a critical step in finding forever homes for the kittens. Mellissa emphasizes her desire to address the root cause of ownerless kittens—unspayed and neutered animals in the population. She hopes to get the word out to more pet owners about the crucial role of spaying and neutering their animals. As she warns, “the cat overpopulation is so crazy here. Spay and neuter your cats, spay and neuter your dogs to help lower those populations.” The takeaway Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue’s story underscores the profound difference clean air technology can make in transforming lives—both human and animal. For Mellissa, investing in air purification wasn’t just about solving a nuisance; it was about creating a healthier, more inviting space where kittens could thrive and visitors could feel comfortable. By addressing the often-overlooked issue of air quality, she has set a powerful example for other rescues, shelters, and even individual pet owners facing similar challenges.","

Nestled in a small town near Cornwall, Canada, Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue serves as a lifeline for abandoned and vulnerable kittens (1). For nearly eight years, rescue founder Mellissa has worked tirelessly to save and nurture the most fragile feline lives in the region.

Yet despite Mellissa’s dedication to maintaining a clean environment for those in her care, animal rescues must always contend with a formidable health challenge. Poor air quality impacts both kittens and the humans who care for them.

Thanks to advanced air purification technology, the rescue now breathes easier—literally and figuratively.

Mission built on compassion

Mellissa’s journey to creating Tiny but Mighty began with heartbreak. As a volunteer at her local animal shelter, she learned of the euthanasia of kittens deemed too young to care for. Unwilling to accept this outcome, she founded her own kitten-focused rescue in 2017.

“I had so many dreams about saving these kittens. Something told me to just do it myself—start my own rescue.”

“I had so many dreams about saving these kittens. They wouldn’t let up,” Mellissa shared. “Something told me to just do it myself—start my own rescue.”

Mellissa provides a safe space for kittens to grow and thrive until they find their carefully screened forever homes. Today, the rescue operates solely on donations and community support. “It’s such an incredible community. People do come through to support what I’m doing, so it’s incredible.”

But running a rescue isn’t without its challenges, and one significant one she uncovered was air quality.

Nova the kitten enjoying toys at the Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue.

Good air quality: Essential in animal rescues

Caring for kittens in any enclosed environment presents unique challenges. Despite her meticulous cleaning habits, Mellissa found air quality to be a problem.

“The dust is crazy. The kittens will go in their litter box and sneeze.”

There would still be dust, odors, and allergens in the space “even though I use 99% dust-free litter.” Mellissa explained. “It’s great compared to some I’ve tried, but the dust is crazy. The kittens will go in their litter box and make little sneezes.”

This poor air quality not only affected visitors but also had potential health implications for the kittens and Mellissa herself. Dust mites, microscopic creatures that feed on animal’s dead skin, can cause year-round allergic reactions in both cats and humans, including sneezing, runny and itchy noses, watery eyes, and even rashes.

Components of pet dander can also act as an allergen, triggering similar reactions.

Determined to find a solution to her dust problem, she began her search for an air purifier that could meet the rescue’s unique needs.

Life changing air cleaning solution

Determined to tackle the persistent dust and allergens, Mellissa sought an air purifier that could truly meet the unique demands of her rescue. After years of frustration with a previous model, she knew she needed a solution that could handle constant activity, fine dust particles, and odors effectively.

Mellissa recalled, “The dust was still spreading throughout the house, and I thought, ‘this is just not enough.’”

That’s when Mellissa’s father suggested looking into IQAir’s HealthPro Plus XE. Intrigued by its reputation for advanced filtration capabilities, Mellissa decided to give it a try—and the results were immediate and noticeable.

The HealthPro Plus XE is equipped with HyperHEPA filtration, capable of capturing particles as small as 0.003 microns—100 times smaller than most air purifiers can filter. This efficiency, proven to remove particles far smaller than bacteria or viruses, combined with gas-phase filtration to eliminate odors, made it an ideal solution for the rescue’s air quality challenges.

“The kittens aren’t sneezing anymore. The air purifier has had a huge impact,” Mellissa shared.

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The HealthPro Plus XE at work next to Leia the cat.

Not only did she see a dramatic improvement in the air quality for the kittens, but visitors also noticed the difference. The previously lingering food and litter odors were gone. “I definitely don’t smell that anymore,” Mellissa said. “I’m really impressed.”

“The kittens aren’t sneezing anymore. The air purifier has had a huge impact.”

When it comes to daily use, Mellissa has found a setup that works perfectly for the rescue’s needs. During cleaning, she runs the fan at its highest setting, ensuring dust and particles are quickly filtered out. For everyday operation, she adjusts the fan to levels 2 or 3, which run quietly enough not to disturb the kittens at night.

Looking ahead

For Mellissa, clean air ensures a brighter future for Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue. She intends to continue providing even more kittens with a safe haven before transitioning to loving homes.

The cleaner air and lack of odor in the rescue has already improved adoption visits, a critical step in finding forever homes for the kittens.

Mellissa emphasizes her desire to address the root cause of ownerless kittens—unspayed and neutered animals in the population. She hopes to get the word out to more pet owners about the crucial role of spaying and neutering their animals. As she warns, “the cat overpopulation is so crazy here. Spay and neuter your cats, spay and neuter your dogs to help lower those populations.”

The takeaway

Tiny but Mighty Kitten Rescue’s story underscores the profound difference clean air technology can make in transforming lives—both human and animal.

For Mellissa, investing in air purification wasn’t just about solving a nuisance; it was about creating a healthier, more inviting space where kittens could thrive and visitors could feel comfortable. By addressing the often-overlooked issue of air quality, she has set a powerful example for other rescues, shelters, and even individual pet owners facing similar challenges.

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WWF Pakistan is tackling air pollution with IQAir. Learn how real-time data is driving change across the country.

","In Pakistan, severe air pollution silently impacts public health and well-being nationwide. Yet, due to a dire lack of air quality data, air quality monitors, and public awareness, the scale of the threat remains largely unseen. In 2024, Pakistan was the third most polluted country in the world, with an average PM2.5 concentration of 73.7 μg/m3 and exceeding the World Health Organization’s recommended annual guideline of 5 μg/m3 by 14.7 times. Numerous cities experienced poor air quality, with high average PM2.5 concentrations measured for Islamabad (52.4 μg/m3), Rawalpindi (65.8 μg/m3), Faisalabad (88.8 μg/m3), Peshawar (91.0 μg/m3), and Lahore (102.1 μg/m3) – all exceeding the WHO recommended guideline by ten times or more. Recognizing the urgency of this crisis, WWF-Pakistan has taken significant steps to address air pollution using IQAir’s air quality monitoring technology. WWF-Pakistan has successfully deployed stations across Pakistan and published data to IQAir’s AirVisual platform, establishing the country’s largest air quality monitoring network. With this initiative, WWF-Pakistan is transforming how the country understands and confronts this invisible threat. \"We have successfully reached the goal of installing AirVisual Outdoor sensors in 15 of our offices across Pakistan,\" said WWF-Pakistan’s Research Officer, Muhammad Huzaifa who led this initiative in Pakistan. As of now, WWF-Pakistan has air monitoring stations located in key regions like Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Multan, and Peshawar. They provide real-time data that is accessible to both policymakers and the public. \"We are excited to say that we’ve published the data from these stations to IQAir’s platform, where communities can see their local air quality in real-time.” Why Pakistan Needs Reliable Air Quality Data Pakistan's urban centers, such as Lahore, Peshawar and Karachi, frequently grapple with thick layers of smog. While this is a visible reminder of air pollution, the more dangerous pollutants often remain unseen and unmonitored. One of the greatest challenges in Pakistan has been the need for more reliable, public air quality data. \"Our air quality network provides crucial air quality data in some of Pakistan’s most polluted regions and are often ranked among the top 10 most polluted cities in the world\" Huzaifa explained. WWF-Pakistan, the nation’s largest environmental organization, has been addressing critical environmental issues since 1970. Originally focused on protecting wildlife and ecosystems, the organization’s scope has broadened to include tackling climate change, protecting vulnerable habitats, and securing vital resources like freshwater. Now, through their air quality monitoring initiative, they are addressing one of the most pressing health and environmental crises facing Pakistan. “Unfortunately, there is little public air quality data available,” Huzaifa noted. “This information vacuum has left policymakers and citizens unprepared to tackle the pollution crisis.” WWF-Pakistan’s initiative helps fill this gap, ensuring the public has access to real-time, localized air quality data. With real-time data now available, citizens, governments, and policymakers can work together to implement solutions, reduce pollution and improve health outcomes across the country. Building Pakistan's National Air Quality Network WWF-Pakistan’s initiative, which involves installing air quality sensors in key cities across the country, marks a critical step in Pakistan’s battle against air pollution. By coordinating 15 monitoring stations under one national initiative, WWF-Pakistan now operates the country’s largest organized air quality monitoring network, making real-time data accessible to both citizens and policymakers. Partnering with IQAir adds both credibility and precision to the project. \"IQAir's AirVisual air quality monitors are globally recognized for their accuracy and ability to track even the smallest fluctuations in air quality,\" said Huzaifa. \"IQAir's technology is built to withstand all sorts of weather and having it in place ensures that people will trust the data.\" This transparency is essential for mobilizing both community efforts and policy interventions, as reliable information is crucial to driving meaningful change. Using Air Quality Data to Combat Pollution in Pakistan With the sensors online and data flowing into the IQAir platform, WWF-Pakistan's live contributor profile showcases the impact of their work, allowing anyone to monitor air quality in real-time. This transparency empowers citizens and policymakers alike to take informed action, using reliable data to drive meaningful change across the country. Explore WWF-Pakistan’s profile to see the live data from their monitoring stations across Pakistan. \"Data isn’t just a tool for awareness—it’s the foundation for meaningful action,\" Nazifa Butt, Director Climate Action and Sustainability WWF-Pakistan emphasized. “Now that we have the data, we have something to report and base our decisions on.” Nazifa emphasized the importance of storytelling. “We’re going to have to tell two parts of the story,” she explained, pointing out how data can not only expose alarming trends but also inspire communities to push for change—through policies, advocacy, and local initiatives. With 18,800 followers across its national network, WWF-Pakistan is sharing that data every day with citizens who urgently need real-time air quality information to help protect themselves from pollution. Pakistan's Long-Term Pollution Solutions WWF-Pakistan envisions a future where every region of the country has access to real-time, accurate air quality data. \"Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan,\" Nazifa explained. By providing access to this data, WWF-Pakistan aims to foster a culture of proactive health management, where individuals and communities can take the steps necessary to protect themselves from pollution. The air quality data being gathered is more than just numbers—it’s a lifeline for communities struggling with the dangers of polluted air. “Our initiative is laying the foundation for a National Clean Air Research Centre,\" Huzaifa said. \"This will be a hub for research and data-driven policies, enabling us to tackle pollution with innovative strategies.\" “Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan.” In October 2024, WWF-Pakistan warned that Lahore’s air quality posed a terrible threat to public health, recommending a number of changes to government policy including helping farmers manage crop waste, expanding mass transit, and improving zoning laws to reduce industrial pollution away from residents. It also noted that low-cost air quality monitoring systems could be used to uncover air pollution hotspots along traffic routes. Armed with that information, governments could restrict heavy transport vehicles or develop alternate routes to avoid congestion (1). Beyond their air quality monitoring project, the WWF-Pakistan team oversees more than 60 active environmental protection initiatives in FY 2025 across the country, ranging from clean water access and forest preservation to sustainable infrastructure development. These efforts, working in tandem with the air quality monitoring network, are all part of WWF's broader mission to protect the planet's natural environment and create a future where both people and nature can thrive in harmony. The Takeaway WWF-Pakistan's initiative is a testament to the transformative power of air quality data, technology, and collective will in addressing one of today’s most pressing challenges. And by increasing the footprint of air quality monitors across the country, innovative solutions to persistent pollution problems can be put into play. As this vital work advances, it invites everyone to contribute to the cause—because in the fight for clean air, every voice and every action matters. “This initiative,” Nazifa said, “lays the foundation for what we envision as Pakistan’s future air quality innovation hub. It will serve as a hub for developing strategies and methods to tackle air pollution, aligning efforts across governmental and non-governmental sectors, both locally and internationally, in the fight against climate change.”","

In Pakistan, severe air pollution silently impacts public health and well-being nationwide. Yet, due to a dire lack of air quality data, air quality monitors, and public awareness, the scale of the threat remains largely unseen.

In 2024, Pakistan was the third most polluted country in the world, with an average PM2.5 concentration of 73.7 μg/m3 and exceeding the World Health Organization’s recommended annual guideline of 5 μg/m3 by 14.7 times. Numerous cities experienced poor air quality, with high average PM2.5 concentrations measured for Islamabad (52.4 μg/m3), Rawalpindi (65.8 μg/m3), Faisalabad (88.8 μg/m3), Peshawar (91.0 μg/m3), and Lahore (102.1 μg/m3) – all exceeding the WHO recommended guideline by ten times or more.

Recognizing the urgency of this crisis, WWF-Pakistan has taken significant steps to address air pollution using IQAir’s air quality monitoring technology. WWF-Pakistan has successfully deployed stations across Pakistan and published data to IQAir’s AirVisual platform, establishing the country’s largest air quality monitoring network. With this initiative, WWF-Pakistan is transforming how the country understands and confronts this invisible threat.

\"We have successfully reached the goal of installing AirVisual Outdoor sensors in 15 of our offices across Pakistan,\" said WWF-Pakistan’s Research Officer, Muhammad Huzaifa who led this initiative in Pakistan.

As of now, WWF-Pakistan has air monitoring stations located in key regions like Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Multan, and Peshawar. They provide real-time data that is accessible to both policymakers and the public. \"We are excited to say that we’ve published the data from these stations to IQAir’s platform, where communities can see their local air quality in real-time.”

Why Pakistan Needs Reliable Air Quality Data

Pakistan's urban centers, such as Lahore, Peshawar and Karachi, frequently grapple with thick layers of smog. While this is a visible reminder of air pollution, the more dangerous pollutants often remain unseen and unmonitored. One of the greatest challenges in Pakistan has been the need for more reliable, public air quality data.

\"Our air quality network provides crucial air quality data in some of Pakistan’s most polluted regions and are often ranked among the top 10 most polluted cities in the world\" Huzaifa explained.

WWF-Pakistan, the nation’s largest environmental organization, has been addressing critical environmental issues since 1970. Originally focused on protecting wildlife and ecosystems, the organization’s scope has broadened to include tackling climate change, protecting vulnerable habitats, and securing vital resources like freshwater. Now, through their air quality monitoring initiative, they are addressing one of the most pressing health and environmental crises facing Pakistan.

“Unfortunately, there is little public air quality data available,” Huzaifa noted. “This information vacuum has left policymakers and citizens unprepared to tackle the pollution crisis.” WWF-Pakistan’s initiative helps fill this gap, ensuring the public has access to real-time, localized air quality data.

With real-time data now available, citizens, governments, and policymakers can work together to implement solutions, reduce pollution and improve health outcomes across the country.

Building Pakistan's National Air Quality Network

WWF-Pakistan’s initiative, which involves installing air quality sensors in key cities across the country, marks a critical step in Pakistan’s battle against air pollution. By coordinating 15 monitoring stations under one national initiative, WWF-Pakistan now operates the country’s largest organized air quality monitoring network, making real-time data accessible to both citizens and policymakers.

Partnering with IQAir adds both credibility and precision to the project. \"IQAir's AirVisual air quality monitors are globally recognized for their accuracy and ability to track even the smallest fluctuations in air quality,\" said Huzaifa. \"IQAir's technology is built to withstand all sorts of weather and having it in place ensures that people will trust the data.\" This transparency is essential for mobilizing both community efforts and policy interventions, as reliable information is crucial to driving meaningful change.

Using Air Quality Data to Combat Pollution in Pakistan

With the sensors online and data flowing into the IQAir platform, WWF-Pakistan's live contributor profile showcases the impact of their work, allowing anyone to monitor air quality in real-time. This transparency empowers citizens and policymakers alike to take informed action, using reliable data to drive meaningful change across the country. Explore WWF-Pakistan’s profile to see the live data from their monitoring stations across Pakistan.

\"Data isn’t just a tool for awareness—it’s the foundation for meaningful action,\" Nazifa Butt, Director Climate Action and Sustainability WWF-Pakistan emphasized. “Now that we have the data, we have something to report and base our decisions on.”

Nazifa emphasized the importance of storytelling. “We’re going to have to tell two parts of the story,” she explained, pointing out how data can not only expose alarming trends but also inspire communities to push for change—through policies, advocacy, and local initiatives.

With 18,800 followers across its national network, WWF-Pakistan is sharing that data every day with citizens who urgently need real-time air quality information to help protect themselves from pollution.

Pakistan's Long-Term Pollution Solutions

WWF-Pakistan envisions a future where every region of the country has access to real-time, accurate air quality data.

\"Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan,\" Nazifa explained. By providing access to this data, WWF-Pakistan aims to foster a culture of proactive health management, where individuals and communities can take the steps necessary to protect themselves from pollution.

The air quality data being gathered is more than just numbers—it’s a lifeline for communities struggling with the dangers of polluted air. “Our initiative is laying the foundation for a National Clean Air Research Centre,\" Huzaifa said. \"This will be a hub for research and data-driven policies, enabling us to tackle pollution with innovative strategies.\"

“Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan.”

In October 2024, WWF-Pakistan warned that Lahore’s air quality posed a terrible threat to public health, recommending a number of changes to government policy including helping farmers manage crop waste, expanding mass transit, and improving zoning laws to reduce industrial pollution away from residents.

It also noted that low-cost air quality monitoring systems could be used to uncover air pollution hotspots along traffic routes. Armed with that information, governments could restrict heavy transport vehicles or develop alternate routes to avoid congestion (1).

Beyond their air quality monitoring project, the WWF-Pakistan team oversees more than 60 active environmental protection initiatives in FY 2025 across the country, ranging from clean water access and forest preservation to sustainable infrastructure development. These efforts, working in tandem with the air quality monitoring network, are all part of WWF's broader mission to protect the planet's natural environment and create a future where both people and nature can thrive in harmony.

The Takeaway

WWF-Pakistan's initiative is a testament to the transformative power of air quality data, technology, and collective will in addressing one of today’s most pressing challenges. And by increasing the footprint of air quality monitors across the country, innovative solutions to persistent pollution problems can be put into play.

As this vital work advances, it invites everyone to contribute to the cause—because in the fight for clean air, every voice and every action matters.

“This initiative,” Nazifa said, “lays the foundation for what we envision as Pakistan’s future air quality innovation hub. It will serve as a hub for developing strategies and methods to tackle air pollution, aligning efforts across governmental and non-governmental sectors, both locally and internationally, in the fight against climate change.”

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Discover how Tedy Mwendwa's air quality monitoring project in Nairobi is bridging critical gaps in Africa's air quality data. Learn more.

","“Every day, I witness the severe impact of poor air quality on my community,” Tedy Mwendwa explained. “Using my expertise in electrical engineering, I felt compelled to create change.” In the heart of Africa, amidst bustling cities and vibrant rural landscapes, Mwendwa is pioneering a movement for cleaner air in Kenya. With a professional foundation in electrical engineering and a passion for environmental stewardship, Mwendwa's deployment of a low-cost air quality sensor in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, marks a pivotal step in revealing and addressing pollution and bridging critical gaps in Africa’s air quality data. Nairobi's leap towards cleaner air In late 2021, Mwendwa established an air quality station. Set up along one of Nairobi’s busy thoroughfares, the station gathers data on pollutants from sources like vehicular exhaust and biomass burning. \"It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution.” “It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution,” Mwendwa said. “Empowering our community with this data is crucial for driving action and advocating for sustainable solutions. Without data, we remain in the dark.” Local expertise, global resources drive innovation Building on the foundation of community-driven air monitoring, the project has taken a step forward. It now hosts East Africa’s first Monster Aerosol System (a platform that houses advanced aerosol analyzers), featuring a Time-of-Flight Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (TOF-ACSM). This technology provides real-time, high-resolution data on airborne particles—including nitrates, ammonium, and chlorides—uncovering the chemical fingerprints of pollution with unprecedented precision. Paired with a black carbon monitor, the system offers a comprehensive view of airborne composition and sources. These reference-grade instruments build on the project’s original IQAir AirVisual Outdoor monitor—pairing community-level, real-time data with laboratory-grade chemical insight. The TOF-ACSM will help identify pollution sources—from mineral dust kicked up by unpaved roads and construction to organic aerosols tied to biomass burning and traffic emissions. It will also track seasonal and daily shifts in air quality, influenced by weather patterns and human activity. The initiative is expanding further with the deployment of GRIMM EDM 180 reference monitors across Nairobi, replacing older equipment to deliver faster, more accurate readings with minimal maintenance. In collaboration with the Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA), these monitors will be placed along major highways and construction zones, ensuring data reflects the realities of urban life. These advancements are part of the NBO-CHEM Project (Nairobi Aerosol Chemistry and Monitoring Initiative), an effort funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and led by Prof. Daniel M. Westervelt, Dr. Godwin Opinde, and Tedy Mwendwa. By combining local expertise with state-of-the-art scientific resources, the project aims to transform how we understand air pollution in East Africa. The challenge of air quality monitoring in Africa The new additions to the project are heartening developments towards advancing air quality understanding in East Africa. Yet, despite the increasing efforts to monitor air quality globally, Africa remains one of the most underrepresented continents in terms of air quality data. According to the 2024 World Air Quality Report, there is only one monitoring station for every 3.7 million people. While coverage has expanded to include more African countries in recent years, there are still vast areas without sufficient data. For example, countries like Niger and Sudan remain without publicly available monitoring data.Air pollution is a major health threat, causing an estimated seven million premature deaths worldwide each year. Without accurate data, it is challenging to address the sources and impacts of air pollution effectively. Grassroots efforts like Mwendwa's are crucial in filling these data gaps, providing models for further projects and inspiring broader initiatives. Harnessing technology for a healthier tomorrow Utilizing an AirVisual Outdoor air quality monitor, Mwendwa’s station gathers critical real-time data. “The AirVisual sensor was easy to deploy and requires little maintenance, even in our somewhat extreme conditions with limited resources,” he said.The project, though small, is already making a difference in the community. “By sharing a link to the AirVisual Platform and using the app, we can easily get our data to students nationwide, enabling them to conduct their own research on pollution,” he said. The data has also been used to inform parents with small children of the effects of poor air quality. \"They need to understand that this data can help give them a better life,\" Mwendwa said. Cultivating environmental consciousness Mwendwa envisions a future where air quality stations span Africa, fostering a culture of environmental awareness and proactive health management. “The data my station is gathering empowers students to conduct community research, highlighting pollution's impact and fostering greater understanding,” he said. “This awareness can significantly influence the general population.\"Mwendwa plans further collaborations with local governments, communities, and international bodies, with this initial project laying a foundation for sustainable environmental policies and practices. “Our goal is to illuminate the unseen threats of pollution through technology,” he said. “Providing our community, and beyond, with this data, equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future. Without data, we are navigating blindly.” “Providing our community with this data equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future.” The takeaway From a low-cost sensor to a full NBO-CHEM reference hybrid network, Mwendwa’s project shows how local leadership and modern tools can accelerate Kenya’s clean-air progress. The project is an invitation to communities and policymakers to engage in a similar quest for healthier environments.Mwendwa's efforts symbolize more than geographic growth—they embody the momentum of a global movement dedicated to clean air. His work exemplifies uniting technology, data, and collective engagement to tackle one of our era's most pressing challenges.Achieving cleaner air is a communal endeavor, demanding innovation and cooperation. Mwendwa's project is a rallying cry to all, inviting participation in crafting a healthier, sustainable future for generations to come.","

“Every day, I witness the severe impact of poor air quality on my community,” Tedy Mwendwa explained. “Using my expertise in electrical engineering, I felt compelled to create change.”

In the heart of Africa, amidst bustling cities and vibrant rural landscapes, Mwendwa is pioneering a movement for cleaner air in Kenya. With a professional foundation in electrical engineering and a passion for environmental stewardship, Mwendwa's deployment of a low-cost air quality sensor in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, marks a pivotal step in revealing and addressing pollution and bridging critical gaps in Africa’s air quality data.

Nairobi's leap towards cleaner air

In late 2021, Mwendwa established an air quality station. Set up along one of Nairobi’s busy thoroughfares, the station gathers data on pollutants from sources like vehicular exhaust and biomass burning.

\"It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution.”

“It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution,” Mwendwa said. “Empowering our community with this data is crucial for driving action and advocating for sustainable solutions. Without data, we remain in the dark.”

Local expertise, global resources drive innovation

Building on the foundation of community-driven air monitoring, the project has taken a step forward. It now hosts East Africa’s first Monster Aerosol System (a platform that houses advanced aerosol analyzers), featuring a Time-of-Flight Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (TOF-ACSM). This technology provides real-time, high-resolution data on airborne particles—including nitrates, ammonium, and chlorides—uncovering the chemical fingerprints of pollution with unprecedented precision. Paired with a black carbon monitor, the system offers a comprehensive view of airborne composition and sources. These reference-grade instruments build on the project’s original IQAir AirVisual Outdoor monitor—pairing community-level, real-time data with laboratory-grade chemical insight.

The TOF-ACSM will help identify pollution sources—from mineral dust kicked up by unpaved roads and construction to organic aerosols tied to biomass burning and traffic emissions. It will also track seasonal and daily shifts in air quality, influenced by weather patterns and human activity.

The initiative is expanding further with the deployment of GRIMM EDM 180 reference monitors across Nairobi, replacing older equipment to deliver faster, more accurate readings with minimal maintenance. In collaboration with the Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA), these monitors will be placed along major highways and construction zones, ensuring data reflects the realities of urban life.

These advancements are part of the NBO-CHEM Project (Nairobi Aerosol Chemistry and Monitoring Initiative), an effort funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and led by Prof. Daniel M. Westervelt, Dr. Godwin Opinde, and Tedy Mwendwa.

By combining local expertise with state-of-the-art scientific resources, the project aims to transform how we understand air pollution in East Africa.

The challenge of air quality monitoring in Africa

The new additions to the project are heartening developments towards advancing air quality understanding in East Africa. Yet, despite the increasing efforts to monitor air quality globally, Africa remains one of the most underrepresented continents in terms of air quality data. According to the 2024 World Air Quality Report, there is only one monitoring station for every 3.7 million people.

While coverage has expanded to include more African countries in recent years, there are still vast areas without sufficient data. For example, countries like Niger and Sudan remain without publicly available monitoring data.

Air pollution is a major health threat, causing an estimated seven million premature deaths worldwide each year. Without accurate data, it is challenging to address the sources and impacts of air pollution effectively. Grassroots efforts like Mwendwa's are crucial in filling these data gaps, providing models for further projects and inspiring broader initiatives.

Harnessing technology for a healthier tomorrow

Utilizing an AirVisual Outdoor air quality monitor, Mwendwa’s station gathers critical real-time data. “The AirVisual sensor was easy to deploy and requires little maintenance, even in our somewhat extreme conditions with limited resources,” he said.

The project, though small, is already making a difference in the community. “By sharing a link to the AirVisual Platform and using the app, we can easily get our data to students nationwide, enabling them to conduct their own research on pollution,” he said. The data has also been used to inform parents with small children of the effects of poor air quality. \"They need to understand that this data can help give them a better life,\" Mwendwa said.

Cultivating environmental consciousness

Mwendwa envisions a future where air quality stations span Africa, fostering a culture of environmental awareness and proactive health management. “The data my station is gathering empowers students to conduct community research, highlighting pollution's impact and fostering greater understanding,” he said. “This awareness can significantly influence the general population.\"

Mwendwa plans further collaborations with local governments, communities, and international bodies, with this initial project laying a foundation for sustainable environmental policies and practices. “Our goal is to illuminate the unseen threats of pollution through technology,” he said. “Providing our community, and beyond, with this data, equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future. Without data, we are navigating blindly.”

“Providing our community with this data equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future.”

The takeaway

From a low-cost sensor to a full NBO-CHEM reference hybrid network, Mwendwa’s project shows how local leadership and modern tools can accelerate Kenya’s clean-air progress. The project is an invitation to communities and policymakers to engage in a similar quest for healthier environments.

Mwendwa's efforts symbolize more than geographic growth—they embody the momentum of a global movement dedicated to clean air. His work exemplifies uniting technology, data, and collective engagement to tackle one of our era's most pressing challenges.

Achieving cleaner air is a communal endeavor, demanding innovation and cooperation. Mwendwa's project is a rallying cry to all, inviting participation in crafting a healthier, sustainable future for generations to come.

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Let's look more critically at air purification.","How can you know what air purifier manufacturers to trust? Let's look more critically at air purification.","The home air purifier market has undergone many shifts and starts in its decades-long history as an affordable solution for indoor air quality. Along with those shifts have been seemingly ground breaking advancements in filtration technologies that may seem like the next revolution in air purification. But not all air purifiers safely clean the air. Official Air Purifiers Guide: Learn why some air purifiers work and some don't → Not all air purifiers safely clean the air. Let's take an evidence-based approach to the industry and separate the fact from the fiction. What should I look for in an air purifier? Before we examine the various air purifiers on the market with a critical eye, it’s essential to have a solid understanding of what does make a good air purifier. 1. HEPA filters are the standard for the industry. What is a HEPA filter? High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters capture airborne particles from moving air using a dense, random arrangement of fibers. HEPA filters use the physics of particles moving through air to yank them out of the air flow. Their operation is simple but extremely effective, and HEPA filters are now standard issue for almost every air purifier on the market. But it wasn’t always that way. Air purifiers have been around for well over a century. The first air purification systems appeared in the 1850s in charcoal-based masks used by coal miners. They were designed to keep toxic dust out of their lungs. The technology was so successful that, less than twenty years later, respirators were added to these types of masks to protect firefighters from breathing in smoke chemicals and pollutants (1). Beginning in the 1940s, the United States Atomic Energy Commission started experimenting with high-efficiency particulate arrestance, better known now as HEPA, as a method of shielding soldiers from atomic radiation on World War II battlefields (2). HEPA filters did nothing to filter radiation particles, but researchers quickly learned that HEPA filters could filter out many harmful pollutants. In 1963, Manfred and Klaus Hammes, the founders of IQAir, introduced the world’s first residential air filter based on HEPA technology, helping reduce indoor pollution as well as chronic asthma symptoms. Not long after, HEPA became so widespread that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) required that all filters sold under the name “HEPA” must filter at least 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.3 microns (3). Since then, HEPA air purification has become the standard for the air purification industry. HEPA is now thrown around as a generic term for air filters, but HEPA filters continue to filter 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns. The HyperHEPA filter builds upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems. Many manufacturers, including IQAir, have built upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems. IQAir’s patented HyperHEPAfilter is one such filter. HyperHEPA filters remove 99.5% of particles down to 0.003 microns, which are 100 times smaller than the DOE’s required 0.3-micron particle size. Need help finding the perfect air purifier for your home? CLICK HERE 2. Not all air purifier designs are created equal. All air purifier manufacturers know that their filters need to live up to this HEPA standard. But long-standing, strict guidelines around air filters can provide a false sense of security in HEPA. To advertise an air purifier as HEPA, it only needs to contain HEPA paper, the paper used to construct a HEPA filter. Whether the air purifier’s Total System Efficiency meets HEPA requirements is another story. In fact, most HEPA air purifiers are not tested for total efficiency (4). The hidden factor at work here is leakage. Despite the high efficiency of many HEPA filters, the housing designs of many air purifiers are not airtight. This means that dirty, unfiltered air passes around the HEPA filter through tiny openings, cracks, and space around the frame of the HEPA filter itself or between the frame and the purifier housing (5). So even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, they’re only telling part of the story. In some cases, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less (6). Even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less. Some air purifier manufacturers have resolved this issue with designs that are built to minimize or eliminate leakage. IQAir uses patented 3D UltraSeal knife-edge-in-groove sealing between the filter frame and the purifier housing to guarantee the full efficiency of our HyperHEPA filtration media. 3. Concerned about gas and odors? Go beyond HEPA. While HyperHEPA filters are great at getting particles out of the air, they do NOT take gases and odors out of the air. Unlike particles, the molecules that comprise gases, odors, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are not solid and will float through even the densest HyperHEPA filters. That’s where activated carbon filters come in. How do these filters work? It’s simpler than you might think: Chunks of carbon material (like charcoal) are exposed to high concentrations of oxygen. Countless pores open on the carbon surface, increasing the carbon surface area enormously. At this point, a pound of activated carbon can have the same surface area as 100 football fields. Several pounds of activated carbon are arranged in a flat “bed” and packaged in a proprietary filter design (such as IQAir’s V5 Cell gas and odor control filter). Air passes through the activated carbon bed. Gas, chemical, and VOC molecules are adsorbed into the carbon pores, meaning that they chemically bond to the extensive charcoal surface area. Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes (7)(8). Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes. Some air purifiers are designed to maximize activated carbon in case you’re more concerned about, for example, gases from cooking or odors from pets than about particle pollution in your home. IQAir’s GC MultiGas is built for such a purpose—while carbon filters generally use a few pounds of carbon, the GC MultiGas contains 12 pounds of activated carbon as well as impregnated alumina, providing well over 1200 football fields worth of surface area for gas and VOC molecules to adsorb to. The takeaway Now you know that the elements of a good air purifier are: HyperHEPA media for particle filtration No system leakage due to sealed filter and purifier housing Activated carbon for gas and odor filtration But we're not done yet. Just as important to know is what not to look for in an air purifier. What should I avoid in an air purifier? When considering air purifiers, some people wonder about their effectiveness and even potential risks. Question often arise, such as \"Do air purifiers work?\" or \"Are air purifiers effective?\" The answer is that while some air cleaning methods can remove particles and pollutants from the air, their capabilities are often limited. But it's not just about effectiveness. People also ask, \"Are air purifiers bad for you?\" This concern arises from potential hidden costs to your health. It's important to be aware of inefficiencies and any potential risks associated with the air purifier you're considering before making a purchase. So, if you're in the market for an air purifier, remember to ask yourself whether it will be effective at removing pollutants and particles from the air, and whether it poses any risks to your health. Ionizer air purifiers Ionizers are purported to purify air by sending out negatively charged ions (anions) that attract positively charged pollution particles (cations), causing them to leave the air and stick to surfaces like ceilings, walls, and furniture. Many popular air purifiers use ionization technology, also called negative ionization, as a central component of their operation. Research suggests that ionizers can help stop potentially infectious molds and bacteria from spreading in sterile environments like dental clinics and hospitals (9)(10). But there are two critical downsides to ionization (11)(12): Ionizer air purifiersdon’t get rid of pollutants. Particles charged by negative ions aren’t removed from the air—they merely stick to surfaces nearby. This includes surfaces inside your airways, such as your windpipe and alveoli, the sacs of air in your lungs. Pollutant build-up can cause heart, lung, and other respiratory conditions. Ionizer air purifierscan generate harmful ozone. Ionizers produce ozone (O3) that can build up to dangerous levels indoors. At even low levels, indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb (the organ that helps your brain process odors), and even be fatal at high concentrations. Indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb, and even be fatal at high concentrations. Verdict Don't buy an ionizer air purifier.They don’t remove particles from the air, and the ozone they produce can have harmful side effects, even if the purifier claims that they only charge the particles “a little bit.” Ozone Generators It’s worth saying again: ozone is TERRIBLE for you, especially indoor ozone build-up. The health concerns are serious enough that in 2017, California banned the use of ozonehome air purifiers (13). Ozone generators use a process called corona discharge to release ozone molecules into the air. When an ozone molecule intermingles with a particle or gas molecule, an ozone atom clings to the other molecule and blows it up in a process known as oxidation. Oxidation in the atmosphere after a lightning strike is also what makes the air smell so distinct after a thunderstorm. However, ozone generators do little to clean air and are quite bad for you. Here’s just a short (and far from complete) list of reasons why (14)(15)(16)(17)(18): Ozone can take years to fully clear even a small room of gases. Ozone reactions can introduce ultrafine particles (UFPs) into the air.UFPs can get into your lungs and your bloodstream, causing heart disease and even stunting lung development in children. Indoor ozone levels can rise five to ten times above recommended limits,which range from 0.05 to 0.1 parts per million (ppm), because of a lack of ventilation and in combination with outdoor ozone that seeps indoors.To put this in perspective, those who are sensitive to ozone, such as children, people with asthma, and pets, start experiencing health effects at only 0.01 ppm. Even a “safe” ozone generator that emits a small amount of ozone can quickly trigger potentially life-threatening ailments like asthma attacks. Verdict Don’t buy an ozone generator. They’re NOT air purifiers. Not only do they fail to clean your air, they hurt you and the most vulnerable in your home: your children and your pets. UV Light Purifiers Ultraviolet (UV) light is often used to disinfect equipment in hospitals and prevent the spread of harmful strains of bacteria and viruses (19)(20). One of the most common UV purification methods is called ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, or UVGI. In UVGI, intense UV lights are shined on bacteria and viruses, damaging their DNA beyond repair. Bacterial cells and viruses then shut themselves down because they can no longer function. This is called apoptosis, or programmed cell death, which effectively destroys their ability to cause infections (21). But UV air purification isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Here’s why(22) (23) (24) (25) (26): Bacteria and viruses need to be exposed to UV light for a certain amount of timebefore they’re rendered harmless: some strains need to be treated with UV for several hours in direct UV light before they’re destroyed.Home UV air purifiers don’t shine UV light on them long enough to be genuinely useful. Some bacteria can come back to life and become infectious again even after being disinfected by UV light. UV lights do nothing for pollutant particles.Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter, like PM10 and PM2.5. Many UV air purifiers produce ozone. UV light can burn your skin and damage your eyes. Sure, most UV purifiers block the light from shining out of the purifier, but even brief UV exposure can cause permanent skin and eye damage as well as cancer. Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter. Verdict Don’t buy a UV light air purifier. UV light somewhat disinfects but doesn’t purify air, and research shows that UV’s disinfection potential for air may be exaggerated. What do I do now? At this point, you should feel like you have a good sense of what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to a truly effective air purification system. So, what should you do now, armed with your knowledge of what makes a good air purifier? You have a multitude of options for maximizing your indoor air quality: Get a HyperHEPA air purifier. Patented HyperHEPA filtration technology removes 99.5% of pollutant particles down to 0.003 microns, the smallest particles in existence. Use advanced gas-phase filtration. Patented V5 Cell gas and odor control filters, used in HealthPro Series air purifiers, eliminateharmful chemicals and compounds with five pounds of activated carbon. The GC MultiGas features 12 pounds of activated carbon and impregnated alumina to help protect you against indoor gases and chemicals, in addition to our powerful HyperHEPA particle filtration. Use a personal air purifier. Atem Series personal air purifiers are equipped with HyperHEPA filtration technology and a PureJet diffuser that instantly blankets you in clean air. They’re sleek, compact, and portable, allowing you to breathe virtually pure air anytime, anywhere. Install a whole-house air purifier. Your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at home uses outdoor air to heat and cool your home, so even with an indoor air purifier, your air still might become polluted by outdoor particulates on days with poor air quality. The PerfectPro Series whole-house air purifier is equipped with the most powerful HyperHEPA filters available for a residential air purification systems. It fits seamlessly into your existing HVAC system, ensuring that air entering your home is always up to the highest possible standard of quality. Still not sure? Read about some of the misconceptions that surround air purification technology. Use our Help Me Choose tool to see what air purifier may work best for your indoor air quality needs. The most capable air purification technology is always backed by evidence-based facts and science. When it comes to choosing the best air purifier, science has got your back.","

The home air purifier market has undergone many shifts and starts in its decades-long history as an affordable solution for indoor air quality. Along with those shifts have been seemingly ground breaking advancements in filtration technologies that may seem like the next revolution in air purification.

But not all air purifiers safely clean the air.

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\nOfficial Air Purifiers Guide: Learn why some air purifiers work and some don't →\n

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Not all air purifiers safely clean the air.

Let's take an evidence-based approach to the industry and separate the fact from the fiction.

What should I look for in an air purifier?

Before we examine the various air purifiers on the market with a critical eye, it’s essential to have a solid understanding of what does make a good air purifier.

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1. HEPA filters are the standard for the industry.

What is a HEPA filter?

High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters capture airborne particles from moving air using a dense, random arrangement of fibers. HEPA filters use the physics of particles moving through air to yank them out of the air flow. Their operation is simple but extremely effective, and HEPA filters are now standard issue for almost every air purifier on the market.

But it wasn’t always that way.

Air purifiers have been around for well over a century. The first air purification systems appeared in the 1850s in charcoal-based masks used by coal miners. They were designed to keep toxic dust out of their lungs. The technology was so successful that, less than twenty years later, respirators were added to these types of masks to protect firefighters from breathing in smoke chemicals and pollutants (1).

Beginning in the 1940s, the United States Atomic Energy Commission started experimenting with high-efficiency particulate arrestance, better known now as HEPA, as a method of shielding soldiers from atomic radiation on World War II battlefields (2).

HEPA filters did nothing to filter radiation particles, but researchers quickly learned that HEPA filters could filter out many harmful pollutants.

In 1963, Manfred and Klaus Hammes, the founders of IQAir, introduced the world’s first residential air filter based on HEPA technology, helping reduce indoor pollution as well as chronic asthma symptoms. Not long after, HEPA became so widespread that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) required that all filters sold under the name “HEPA” must filter at least 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.3 microns (3).

Since then, HEPA air purification has become the standard for the air purification industry. HEPA is now thrown around as a generic term for air filters, but HEPA filters continue to filter 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns.

The HyperHEPA filter builds upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems.

Many manufacturers, including IQAir, have built upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems. IQAir’s patented HyperHEPAfilter is one such filter. HyperHEPA filters remove 99.5% of particles down to 0.003 microns, which are 100 times smaller than the DOE’s required 0.3-micron particle size.

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2. Not all air purifier designs are created equal.

All air purifier manufacturers know that their filters need to live up to this HEPA standard. But long-standing, strict guidelines around air filters can provide a false sense of security in HEPA.

To advertise an air purifier as HEPA, it only needs to contain HEPA paper, the paper used to construct a HEPA filter. Whether the air purifier’s Total System Efficiency meets HEPA requirements is another story. In fact, most HEPA air purifiers are not tested for total efficiency (4).

The hidden factor at work here is leakage. Despite the high efficiency of many HEPA filters, the housing designs of many air purifiers are not airtight. This means that dirty, unfiltered air passes around the HEPA filter through tiny openings, cracks, and space around the frame of the HEPA filter itself or between the frame and the purifier housing (5).

So even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, they’re only telling part of the story. In some cases, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less (6).

Even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less.

Some air purifier manufacturers have resolved this issue with designs that are built to minimize or eliminate leakage. IQAir uses patented 3D UltraSeal knife-edge-in-groove sealing between the filter frame and the purifier housing to guarantee the full efficiency of our HyperHEPA filtration media.

3. Concerned about gas and odors? Go beyond HEPA.

While HyperHEPA filters are great at getting particles out of the air, they do NOT take gases and odors out of the air.

Unlike particles, the molecules that comprise gases, odors, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are not solid and will float through even the densest HyperHEPA filters. That’s where activated carbon filters come in.

How do these filters work? It’s simpler than you might think:

Chunks of carbon material (like charcoal) are exposed to high concentrations of oxygen.
Countless pores open on the carbon surface, increasing the carbon surface area enormously. At this point, a pound of activated carbon can have the same surface area as 100 football fields.
Several pounds of activated carbon are arranged in a flat “bed” and packaged in a proprietary filter design (such as IQAir’s V5 Cell gas and odor control filter).
Air passes through the activated carbon bed.
Gas, chemical, and VOC molecules are adsorbed into the carbon pores, meaning that they chemically bond to the extensive charcoal surface area.

Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes (7)(8).

Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes.

Some air purifiers are designed to maximize activated carbon in case you’re more concerned about, for example, gases from cooking or odors from pets than about particle pollution in your home. IQAir’s GC MultiGas is built for such a purpose—while carbon filters generally use a few pounds of carbon, the GC MultiGas contains 12 pounds of activated carbon as well as impregnated alumina, providing well over 1200 football fields worth of surface area for gas and VOC molecules to adsorb to.

The takeaway

Now you know that the elements of a good air purifier are:

\nHyperHEPA media for particle filtration
\nNo system leakage due to sealed filter and purifier housing
\nActivated carbon for gas and odor filtration

But we're not done yet. Just as important to know is what not to look for in an air purifier.

What should I avoid in an air purifier?

When considering air purifiers, some people wonder about their effectiveness and even potential risks. Question often arise, such as \"Do air purifiers work?\" or \"Are air purifiers effective?\" The answer is that while some air cleaning methods can remove particles and pollutants from the air, their capabilities are often limited.

But it's not just about effectiveness. People also ask, \"Are air purifiers bad for you?\" This concern arises from potential hidden costs to your health. It's important to be aware of inefficiencies and any potential risks associated with the air purifier you're considering before making a purchase.

So, if you're in the market for an air purifier, remember to ask yourself whether it will be effective at removing pollutants and particles from the air, and whether it poses any risks to your health.

Ionizer air purifiers

Ionizers are purported to purify air by sending out negatively charged ions (anions) that attract positively charged pollution particles (cations), causing them to leave the air and stick to surfaces like ceilings, walls, and furniture.

Many popular air purifiers use ionization technology, also called negative ionization, as a central component of their operation. Research suggests that ionizers can help stop potentially infectious molds and bacteria from spreading in sterile environments like dental clinics and hospitals (9)(10).

But there are two critical downsides to ionization (11)(12):

\nIonizer air purifiersdon’t get rid of pollutants. Particles charged by negative ions aren’t removed from the air—they merely stick to surfaces nearby. This includes surfaces inside your airways, such as your windpipe and alveoli, the sacs of air in your lungs. Pollutant build-up can cause heart, lung, and other respiratory conditions.
\nIonizer air purifierscan generate harmful ozone. Ionizers produce ozone (O3) that can build up to dangerous levels indoors. At even low levels, indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb (the organ that helps your brain process odors), and even be fatal at high concentrations. \n

Indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb, and even be fatal at high concentrations.

Verdict

Don't buy an ionizer air purifier.They don’t remove particles from the air, and the ozone they produce can have harmful side effects, even if the purifier claims that they only charge the particles “a little bit.”

Ozone Generators

It’s worth saying again: ozone is TERRIBLE for you, especially indoor ozone build-up. The health concerns are serious enough that in 2017, California banned the use of ozonehome air purifiers (13).

Ozone generators use a process called corona discharge to release ozone molecules into the air. When an ozone molecule intermingles with a particle or gas molecule, an ozone atom clings to the other molecule and blows it up in a process known as oxidation. Oxidation in the atmosphere after a lightning strike is also what makes the air smell so distinct after a thunderstorm.

However, ozone generators do little to clean air and are quite bad for you. Here’s just a short (and far from complete) list of reasons why (14)(15)(16)(17)(18):

\nOzone can take years to fully clear even a small room of gases.
\nOzone reactions can introduce ultrafine particles (UFPs) into the air.UFPs can get into your lungs and your bloodstream, causing heart disease and even stunting lung development in children.
\nIndoor ozone levels can rise five to ten times above recommended limits,which range from 0.05 to 0.1 parts per million (ppm), because of a lack of ventilation and in combination with outdoor ozone that seeps indoors.To put this in perspective, those who are sensitive to ozone, such as children, people with asthma, and pets, start experiencing health effects at only 0.01 ppm. Even a “safe” ozone generator that emits a small amount of ozone can quickly trigger potentially life-threatening ailments like asthma attacks.

Verdict

Don’t buy an ozone generator. They’re NOT air purifiers. Not only do they fail to clean your air, they hurt you and the most vulnerable in your home: your children and your pets.

UV Light Purifiers

Ultraviolet (UV) light is often used to disinfect equipment in hospitals and prevent the spread of harmful strains of bacteria and viruses (19)(20).

One of the most common UV purification methods is called ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, or UVGI.

In UVGI, intense UV lights are shined on bacteria and viruses, damaging their DNA beyond repair. Bacterial cells and viruses then shut themselves down because they can no longer function. This is called apoptosis, or programmed cell death, which effectively destroys their ability to cause infections (21).

But UV air purification isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Here’s why(22) (23) (24) (25) (26):

\nBacteria and viruses need to be exposed to UV light for a certain amount of timebefore they’re rendered harmless: some strains need to be treated with UV for several hours in direct UV light before they’re destroyed.Home UV air purifiers don’t shine UV light on them long enough to be genuinely useful.
\nSome bacteria can come back to life and become infectious again even after being disinfected by UV light.
\nUV lights do nothing for pollutant particles.Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter, like PM10 and PM2.5.
Many UV air purifiers produce ozone.
\nUV light can burn your skin and damage your eyes. Sure, most UV purifiers block the light from shining out of the purifier, but even brief UV exposure can cause permanent skin and eye damage as well as cancer.

Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter.

Verdict

Don’t buy a UV light air purifier. UV light somewhat disinfects but doesn’t purify air, and research shows that UV’s disinfection potential for air may be exaggerated.

What do I do now?

At this point, you should feel like you have a good sense of what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to a truly effective air purification system.

So, what should you do now, armed with your knowledge of what makes a good air purifier? You have a multitude of options for maximizing your indoor air quality:

\nGet a HyperHEPA air purifier. Patented HyperHEPA filtration technology removes 99.5% of pollutant particles down to 0.003 microns, the smallest particles in existence.
\nUse advanced gas-phase filtration.\n
- Patented V5 Cell gas and odor control filters, used in HealthPro Series air purifiers, eliminateharmful chemicals and compounds with five pounds of activated carbon.
- The GC MultiGas features 12 pounds of activated carbon and impregnated alumina to help protect you against indoor gases and chemicals, in addition to our powerful HyperHEPA particle filtration.
\n
\nUse a personal air purifier. Atem Series personal air purifiers are equipped with HyperHEPA filtration technology and a PureJet diffuser that instantly blankets you in clean air. They’re sleek, compact, and portable, allowing you to breathe virtually pure air anytime, anywhere.
\nInstall a whole-house air purifier. Your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at home uses outdoor air to heat and cool your home, so even with an indoor air purifier, your air still might become polluted by outdoor particulates on days with poor air quality. The PerfectPro Series whole-house air purifier is equipped with the most powerful HyperHEPA filters available for a residential air purification systems. It fits seamlessly into your existing HVAC system, ensuring that air entering your home is always up to the highest possible standard of quality.

Still not sure? Read about some of the misconceptions that surround air purification technology. Use our Help Me Choose tool to see what air purifier may work best for your indoor air quality needs.

The most capable air purification technology is always backed by evidence-based facts and science. When it comes to choosing the best air purifier, science has got your back.

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Burning a scented candle is a popular way to create a pleasant ambiance at home. Scents such as lavender, jasmine, and sandalwood can be relaxing and invigorating. During the holidays, many people find the warm glow and aroma of pine, gingerbread, or cinnamon makes a room feel more festive. Unfortunately, most mass-produced scented candles can have a negative impact on indoor air quality. From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit. From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit. So while you and your family may enjoy the fragrance of scented candles in your home, they may be harmful to your health. Read on to learn why some candles are bad for you. Paraffin wax Are paraffin wax candles safe? In what way can wax be harmful? According to a 2017 study in the International Journal of Tropical Disease and Health, paraffin candles emit pollutants that can threaten human health and shouldn’t be burned in enclosed areas (1). Most candles are made from paraffin, a petroleum byproduct. To create paraffin wax candles, petroleum waste is chemically bleached, deodorized, and made into wax. When burned, paraffin wax can release toxic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, including known carcinogens like: alkenes acetone benzene toluene These are the same chemicals found in diesel fuel emissions and are known to cause allergies, asthma attacks, and skin problems. A 2005 study published by the University of South Florida showed that candles made of paraffin wax emit low levels of benzene even when they are not lit (2). Is burning candles bad for you? In addition to releasing toxic chemicals, burning paraffin wax produces soot composed of particulate matter such as, PM2.5 and ultrafine particles that can remain suspended in the air for hours. According to the University of South Florida study, ultrafine soot particles are similar to diesel exhaust in both their size and composition. They penetrate deeply into the lungs and are absorbed into the blood stream (3). A 2000 study conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency showed that soot emissions from candles are significantly higher after wax breakthrough occurs and when a candle is smoldering (4). Ultrafine particles are associated with severe health issues, including: allergies asthma COPD (5) respiratory tract infections heart attacks strokes cancer So, are candles bad for your health? Not all candles produce the same amount of air pollutants. A 2002 study published in the Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society found that soy wax, much like beeswax candles, burned at a significantly lower rate and resulted in less soot than paraffin candles (6). Chemical fragrances Another problem with scented candles is that the chemicals they use to create a pleasing aroma are generally far from wholesome. Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature. Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature. Commonly emitted VOCs related to the scent in candles include (7): formaldehyde petroleum distillates limonene alcohol esters These harmful chemicals can cause health problems, such as: headaches dizziness allergy symptoms asthma attacks respiratory tract infections cancer Cored wicks Many candles have cored wicks made from cotton that are wrapped around a metal support. The design helps keep the wick from falling over into the wax. This is especially useful for scented candles because the fragrance oils soften the wax and allow non-cored wicks to go limp. Are candles toxic? If they have lead in them, possibly. Lead was once commonly used in cored candlewicks — especially in candles imported from overseas. However, after determining that these wicks could present a lead poisoning hazard to young children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the manufacture and sale of all candles with lead-core wicks in 2003 (8). Zinc and tin have been used as a substitute since the ban. All metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned. However, all metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned. Wicks with zinc and tin cores can still release small amounts of lead particles (9,10). Safer alternatives To limit soot stains and poor air quality in your home, you should avoid or restrict the use of candles (11). If you still crave the pleasant ambiance and aroma of scented candles, here are safer ways to scent the air: Use essential oils for fragrance. Essential oils can be placed in a diffuser or in bathwater to create a desired aroma. Simmer spices. Place spices such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg in a pot of water and let it simmer on the stove. Create potpourri. Dried items such as flowers, berries, fruit rinds, wood chips, and spices can be placed in bowls or fabric bags and placed around your home. The takeaway Lighting scented candles may seem like a relaxing way to enjoy your home. But burning scented candles releases VOC pollutants and worsens your home’s indoor air quality. Although fragrances from safer alternatives like essential oils can be pleasant, truly clean air smells like nothing at all.","

Are scented candles bad for you?

Burning a scented candle is a popular way to create a pleasant ambiance at home. Scents such as lavender, jasmine, and sandalwood can be relaxing and invigorating. During the holidays, many people find the warm glow and aroma of pine, gingerbread, or cinnamon makes a room feel more festive.

Unfortunately, most mass-produced scented candles can have a negative impact on indoor air quality. From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit.

From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit.

So while you and your family may enjoy the fragrance of scented candles in your home, they may be harmful to your health. Read on to learn why some candles are bad for you.

Paraffin wax

Are paraffin wax candles safe? In what way can wax be harmful?

According to a 2017 study in the International Journal of Tropical Disease and Health, paraffin candles emit pollutants that can threaten human health and shouldn’t be burned in enclosed areas (1).

Most candles are made from paraffin, a petroleum byproduct. To create paraffin wax candles, petroleum waste is chemically bleached, deodorized, and made into wax. When burned, paraffin wax can release toxic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, including known carcinogens like:

alkenes
acetone
benzene
toluene

These are the same chemicals found in diesel fuel emissions and are known to cause allergies, asthma attacks, and skin problems.

A 2005 study published by the University of South Florida showed that candles made of paraffin wax emit low levels of benzene even when they are not lit (2).

Is burning candles bad for you?

In addition to releasing toxic chemicals, burning paraffin wax produces soot composed of particulate matter such as, PM2.5 and ultrafine particles that can remain suspended in the air for hours. According to the University of South Florida study, ultrafine soot particles are similar to diesel exhaust in both their size and composition. They penetrate deeply into the lungs and are absorbed into the blood stream (3).

A 2000 study conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency showed that soot emissions from candles are significantly higher after wax breakthrough occurs and when a candle is smoldering (4).

Ultrafine particles are associated with severe health issues, including:

allergies
asthma
COPD (5)
respiratory tract infections
heart attacks
strokes
cancer

So, are candles bad for your health? Not all candles produce the same amount of air pollutants. A 2002 study published in the Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society found that soy wax, much like beeswax candles, burned at a significantly lower rate and resulted in less soot than paraffin candles (6).

Chemical fragrances

Another problem with scented candles is that the chemicals they use to create a pleasing aroma are generally far from wholesome.

Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature.

Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature. Commonly emitted VOCs related to the scent in candles include (7):

formaldehyde
petroleum distillates
limonene
alcohol
esters

These harmful chemicals can cause health problems, such as:

headaches
dizziness
allergy symptoms
asthma attacks
respiratory tract infections
cancer

Cored wicks

Many candles have cored wicks made from cotton that are wrapped around a metal support. The design helps keep the wick from falling over into the wax. This is especially useful for scented candles because the fragrance oils soften the wax and allow non-cored wicks to go limp.

Are candles toxic? If they have lead in them, possibly. Lead was once commonly used in cored candlewicks — especially in candles imported from overseas. However, after determining that these wicks could present a lead poisoning hazard to young children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the manufacture and sale of all candles with lead-core wicks in 2003 (8). Zinc and tin have been used as a substitute since the ban.

All metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned.

However, all metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned. Wicks with zinc and tin cores can still release small amounts of lead particles (9,10).

Safer alternatives

To limit soot stains and poor air quality in your home, you should avoid or restrict the use of candles (11).

If you still crave the pleasant ambiance and aroma of scented candles, here are safer ways to scent the air:

\nUse essential oils for fragrance. Essential oils can be placed in a diffuser or in bathwater to create a desired aroma.
\nSimmer spices. Place spices such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg in a pot of water and let it simmer on the stove.
\nCreate potpourri. Dried items such as flowers, berries, fruit rinds, wood chips, and spices can be placed in bowls or fabric bags and placed around your home.

The takeaway

Lighting scented candles may seem like a relaxing way to enjoy your home. But burning scented candles releases VOC pollutants and worsens your home’s indoor air quality. Although fragrances from safer alternatives like essential oils can be pleasant, truly clean air smells like nothing at all.

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Are you wildfire ready?Get your free wildfire checklist and be prepared. Download Now ×Close Inhaling smoke damages your body in one or both of the following ways: by robbing it of oxygen through particulate matter irritation Smoke inhalation is particularly dangerous because you may not show symptoms until 24 to 48 hours after exposure. 50–80 percent of fire deaths are from smoke inhalation.1 Read on to learn how to help protect the health of yourself and your loved ones, and learn some wildfire smoke safety tips to rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary wildfire safety precautions to reduce the consequences of toxic wildfire smoke. What’s in wildfire smoke? Wildfire smoke is a mixture of thousands of individual compounds, including harmful particles and gases that pose a severe health risk to anyone (including pets) nearby and downwind from a fire. Wildfire smoke often contains: water vapor particulate matter trace minerals carbon dioxide carbon monoxide nitrogen oxides hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide compounds that contribute to elevated ozone (O3) levels volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including acrolein and formaldehyde (potent respiratory irritants) Wildfire smoke often contains fine (PM2.5) and ultrafine particles that can be absorbed directly into your blood stream and reach any organ or area of your body. Pictured: The typical contents of wildfire smoke, including ultrafine particles (≤ 0.3 microns), PM2.5 (2.5-10 microns), acrolein, PM10 (> 10 microns), formaldehyde, carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons. Source: IQAir Wildfire smoke composition depends upon multiple factors, including: the types of wood and vegetation burning the moisture content the fire temperature wind conditions other weather-related influences The primary pollutant threatening the health of those nearby and downwind of a wildfire is particulate matter. Wildfire smoke often contains fine (or PM2.5) and ultrafine particles. These tiny airborne particles are the most dangerous to your health. Fine particles (smaller than 2.5 microns) penetrate deeply into your lungs. The most dangerous are ultrafine particles (smaller than 0.1 microns), which represent 90% of all airborne particles. These particles are tiny and can be absorbed directly into your bloodstream. Once in your blood, they can reach any organ or area of your body. Clean the air with high-performance air filtrationLearn more about our wildfire smoke air purifiers LEARN MORE Wildfire smoke and at-risk populations Most healthy adults will recover from smoke exposure. However, certain individuals are more at risk for severe health consequences, including:2 Young children. Children whose lungs are still developing are considered more vulnerable, regardless of whether they have a pre-existing condition. Pregnant women. Wildfire smoke inhalation puts pregnant women and their unborn children at a higher risk than the general population. Older adults. This population is at-risk due to an increased rate of pre-existing heart and lung disease. Anyone with a respiratory disease. Individuals with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, COPD, asthma, or another respiratory disease are at-risk. Individuals with heart disease. Circulatory diseases include high blood pressure, vascular diseases, heart failure, and cerebrovascular conditions. These conditions make sufferers susceptible to heart attacks, transient chest pain, heart failure, stroke, and sudden death from cardiac arrhythmia. Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with respiratory and cardiovascular pre-existing conditions may find that they experience more severe symptoms and find it harder to breathe.3 The full impact of wildfire smoke is not yet fully understood. A 2017 review in Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology found that there are still important study opportunities for exploring the long-term health implications of smoke exposure, smoke exposure recovery, and additional smoke inhalation health impacts for children.4 Exposure to smoke can be dangerous simply due to the microorganisms within the smoke. A 2020 study in Science magazine noted that microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke.5 The study theorizes that infectious disease may be spread as bacteria and fungi become part of smoke’s particulate composition. Microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke, and infectious disease may be spread as they become part of the smoke’s particulate composition. How wildfire smoke behaves Many factors affect wildfire smoke behavior, such as: weather geographical terrain the stage of the fire wind Use the live, interactive air quality map below to see how weather, wind, and location can impact the behavior of wildfire smoke near you. Windy conditions generally cause smoke to mix with larger volumes of air to lower smoke concentrations. However, strong winds also can spread fires more quickly, causing larger fires with greater impact. Regional weather can be the dominant determinant in how a fire behaves as well as how smoke affects surrounding areas. However, regional weather systems can spread fires quickly and result in larger fires with more smoke generated, creating the potential for even greater impacts. Strong regional weather systems can also dominate a fire’s behavior for days and be the determining factor of where and how smoke will affect an area. Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the Western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe. Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe.6 Wildfire safety tips Wildfire smoke events can occur seemingly without warning. But there are steps you can take to prepare yourself using appropriate safety precautions for wildfires. Keep the air clean in your home. Keep windows and doors closed and seal off any openings to the outside, including vents, to help prevent outdoor smoke from getting in. When using an air conditioner, be sure to set it to re-circulate and close the fresh-air intake. Filter the air when ventilating the space. An air purifier for wildfire smoke, will help remove smoke particles of all sizes down to 0.003 microns from the indoor air and help control ozone levels. This is critical if you live in an urban area downwind (even remotely) from wildfires. Stay indoors as much as possible. This tactic is most useful in buildings that effectively stop outdoor air from getting inside. If you need to travel by car to leave or evacuate an area affected by wildfire smoke, use a car air purifier to help keep your vehicle interior air clean as you pass through smoky or polluted areas. You can also use a portable, personal air purifier to access clean air where other air filtration systems are not available. Wear a mask outdoors. Only use an air pollution mask with an N95, KN95, N100, or FFP2 rating to help. Avoid activities that further pollute the indoor air. Avoid burning candles, using the fireplace, or even vacuuming unless you own a high-performance HEPA vacuum cleaner. All of these activities can otherwise become additional sources of indoor air pollutants. Monitor your indoor air quality. Use an air quality monitor to track levels of indoor pollutants like PM2.5 and CO2 from smoke and other indoor pollution sources. Take action if indoor air pollutants rise to dangerous levels by running an air purifier, circulating fresh air through your HVAC system, or leaving your home temporarily if indoor air becomes unsafe to breathe or your home is threatened by wildfire Use an air quality monitoring app to keep track of pollutants in your environment. The AirVisual app displays real-time hyperlocal data from over 80,000 sensors around the world. The app also tracks up to six key wildfire pollutants, such as PM2.5, CO2, and NO2, so that you have the best picture of your local air quality during a wildfire and can take action to help protect your health. Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. Learn to protect the health of yourself and your family, and rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary precautions. During a wildfire, it’s also important to monitor your local air quality to see how wildfire smoke will affect your outdoor air. The takeaway Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. And while wildfire smoke may be a warning sign of imminent fires, smoke also delivers its own set of risks for people living miles beyond the source. Though smoke pollutants carried on the wind may be invisible, their impacts are felt by those most at risk. Smoke pollutants pose health threats that range from irritation and cough to more serious respiratory and cardiac risks. By helping control smoke pollutants that threaten our indoor air quality through monitoring and air purification, it's possible to help manage wildfire smoke health risks.","

When considering the dangers of wildfires, thoughts of fleeing your home while a raging wildfire rapidly approaches can easily consume your imagination. However, the number one cause of death from fires is smoke inhalation.

The primary cause of death from wildfires is smoke inhalation. 50 to 80 percent of fire deaths are from smoke inhalation.

Are you wildfire ready?
Get your free wildfire checklist and be prepared.

\nDownload Now\n

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Inhaling smoke damages your body in one or both of the following ways:

by robbing it of oxygen
through particulate matter irritation

Smoke inhalation is particularly dangerous because you may not show symptoms until 24 to 48 hours after exposure. 50–80 percent of fire deaths are from smoke inhalation.¹

Read on to learn how to help protect the health of yourself and your loved ones, and learn some wildfire smoke safety tips to rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary wildfire safety precautions to reduce the consequences of toxic wildfire smoke.

What’s in wildfire smoke?

Wildfire smoke is a mixture of thousands of individual compounds, including harmful particles and gases that pose a severe health risk to anyone (including pets) nearby and downwind from a fire.

Wildfire smoke often contains:

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water vapor
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trace minerals
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carbon dioxide
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carbon monoxide
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hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide compounds that contribute to elevated ozone (O₃) levels
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volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including acrolein and formaldehyde (potent respiratory irritants)
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Wildfire smoke often contains fine (PM2.5) and ultrafine particles that can be absorbed directly into your blood stream and reach any organ or area of your body.

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Pictured: The typical contents of wildfire smoke, including ultrafine particles (≤ 0.3 microns), PM2.5 (2.5-10 microns), acrolein, PM10 (> 10 microns), formaldehyde, carbon dioxide (CO₂), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons. Source: IQAir

Wildfire smoke composition depends upon multiple factors, including:

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the fire temperature
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wind conditions
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other weather-related influences
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The primary pollutant threatening the health of those nearby and downwind of a wildfire is particulate matter. Wildfire smoke often contains fine (or PM2.5) and ultrafine particles. These tiny airborne particles are the most dangerous to your health.

Fine particles (smaller than 2.5 microns) penetrate deeply into your lungs.

The most dangerous are ultrafine particles (smaller than 0.1 microns), which represent 90% of all airborne particles. These particles are tiny and can be absorbed directly into your bloodstream. Once in your blood, they can reach any organ or area of your body.

Clean the air with high-performance air filtration
Learn more about our wildfire smoke air purifiers

LEARN MORE

Wildfire smoke and at-risk populations

Most healthy adults will recover from smoke exposure. However, certain individuals are more at risk for severe health consequences, including:²

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Young children. Children whose lungs are still developing are considered more vulnerable, regardless of whether they have a pre-existing condition.
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Pregnant women. Wildfire smoke inhalation puts pregnant women and their unborn children at a higher risk than the general population.
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Older adults. This population is at-risk due to an increased rate of pre-existing heart and lung disease.
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Anyone with a respiratory disease. Individuals with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, COPD, asthma, or another respiratory disease are at-risk.
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Individuals with heart disease. Circulatory diseases include high blood pressure, vascular diseases, heart failure, and cerebrovascular conditions. These conditions make sufferers susceptible to heart attacks, transient chest pain, heart failure, stroke, and sudden death from cardiac arrhythmia.
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Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with respiratory and cardiovascular pre-existing conditions may find that they experience more severe symptoms and find it harder to breathe.³

The full impact of wildfire smoke is not yet fully understood. A 2017 review in Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology found that there are still important study opportunities for exploring the long-term health implications of smoke exposure, smoke exposure recovery, and additional smoke inhalation health impacts for children.⁴

Exposure to smoke can be dangerous simply due to the microorganisms within the smoke. A 2020 study in Science magazine noted that microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke.⁵ The study theorizes that infectious disease may be spread as bacteria and fungi become part of smoke’s particulate composition.

Microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke, and infectious disease may be spread as they become part of the smoke’s particulate composition.

How wildfire smoke behaves

Many factors affect wildfire smoke behavior, such as:

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weather
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geographical terrain
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the stage of the fire
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wind
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Use the live, interactive air quality map below to see how weather, wind, and location can impact the behavior of wildfire smoke near you.

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Windy conditions generally cause smoke to mix with larger volumes of air to lower smoke concentrations. However, strong winds also can spread fires more quickly, causing larger fires with greater impact.

Regional weather can be the dominant determinant in how a fire behaves as well as how smoke affects surrounding areas. However, regional weather systems can spread fires quickly and result in larger fires with more smoke generated, creating the potential for even greater impacts.

Strong regional weather systems can also dominate a fire’s behavior for days and be the determining factor of where and how smoke will affect an area.

Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the Western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe.

Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe.⁶

Wildfire safety tips

Wildfire smoke events can occur seemingly without warning. But there are steps you can take to prepare yourself using appropriate safety precautions for wildfires.

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Keep the air clean in your home. Keep windows and doors closed and seal off any openings to the outside, including vents, to help prevent outdoor smoke from getting in. When using an air conditioner, be sure to set it to re-circulate and close the fresh-air intake. Filter the air when ventilating the space. An air purifier for wildfire smoke, will help remove smoke particles of all sizes down to 0.003 microns from the indoor air and help control ozone levels. This is critical if you live in an urban area downwind (even remotely) from wildfires.
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Stay indoors as much as possible. This tactic is most useful in buildings that effectively stop outdoor air from getting inside. If you need to travel by car to leave or evacuate an area affected by wildfire smoke, use a car air purifier to help keep your vehicle interior air clean as you pass through smoky or polluted areas. You can also use a portable, personal air purifier to access clean air where other air filtration systems are not available.
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Wear a mask outdoors. Only use an air pollution mask with an N95, KN95, N100, or FFP2 rating to help.
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Avoid activities that further pollute the indoor air. Avoid burning candles, using the fireplace, or even vacuuming unless you own a high-performance HEPA vacuum cleaner. All of these activities can otherwise become additional sources of indoor air pollutants.
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Monitor your indoor air quality. Use an air quality monitor to track levels of indoor pollutants like PM2.5 and CO₂ from smoke and other indoor pollution sources. Take action if indoor air pollutants rise to dangerous levels by running an air purifier, circulating fresh air through your HVAC system, or leaving your home temporarily if indoor air becomes unsafe to breathe or your home is threatened by wildfire
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Use an air quality monitoring app to keep track of pollutants in your environment. The AirVisual app displays real-time hyperlocal data from over 80,000 sensors around the world. The app also tracks up to six key wildfire pollutants, such as PM2.5, CO₂, and NO₂, so that you have the best picture of your local air quality during a wildfire and can take action to help protect your health.
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Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. Learn to protect the health of yourself and your family, and rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary precautions.

During a wildfire, it’s also important to monitor your local air quality to see how wildfire smoke will affect your outdoor air.

The takeaway

Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. And while wildfire smoke may be a warning sign of imminent fires, smoke also delivers its own set of risks for people living miles beyond the source.

Though smoke pollutants carried on the wind may be invisible, their impacts are felt by those most at risk. Smoke pollutants pose health threats that range from irritation and cough to more serious respiratory and cardiac risks.

By helping control smoke pollutants that threaten our indoor air quality through monitoring and air purification, it's possible to help manage wildfire smoke health risks.

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Lahore records poor air quality with AQI above 200, classified as very unhealthy. Elevated PM10, ozone, NO₂, and SO₂ are driving today's multi-pollutant crisis. Learn more about causes and expected conditions.

","Is the air quality good in Lahore? As of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time, GMT+5), Lahore, Pakistan, is experiencing poor air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) readings ranging from 200 to 350, placing conditions in the very unhealthy to hazardous range. While air quality today is poor, long-term data highlight the scale of the challenge. In 2025, Lahore’s average PM2.5 concentration was 88.9 µg/m³, corresponding to an AQI of 168, classified as unhealthy, and measuring 17.8 times the WHO annual guideline of 5 µg/m³. That year, Lahore ranked as the 8th most polluted city globally, while Pakistan was identified as the most polluted country in the world, underscoring the country’s ongoing air quality crisis. For a complete, real-time view of current pollution levels, see Lahore’s air quality map. Lahore, Pakistan, ranked among the most polluted major cities globally, as of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time). Source: IQAir. Air quality map of Lahore, Pakistan, as of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time). Source: IQAir. When will the air quality improve in Lahore? Air pollution in Lahore follows a year-round pattern, with the worst conditions typically occurring during the winter months from October through February. The monsoon season from July through September provides the only period of substantial relief, as rainfall and stronger atmospheric mixing help remove pollutants (1). During the pre-monsoon months from March to June, rising temperatures, dry conditions, and increased dust levels can trigger additional pollution episodes, keeping AQI levels elevated, as seen during today’s event (2). Hourly air quality forecast for Lahore, Pakistan, as of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time). Source: IQAir. What is causing poor air quality in Lahore? Today's multi-pollutant spike reflects a convergence of seasonal and structural factors. Rising pre-monsoon temperatures combined with dry, hot conditions are enhancing dust suspension and pollutant concentrations across the city, while solid fuel combustion from crop residue burning and industrial operations continues to add significant PM10 and PM2.5 to the atmosphere (3). The elevated ozone reading of 102.1 µg/m³ is consistent with intense photochemical activity driven by high temperatures and strong solar radiation reacting with NO₂ from vehicle exhaust and industrial emissions. The gaseous pollutants including NO₂, SO₂, CO, and O₃ in Lahore exceed both WHO and Pakistan's own national environmental quality standards at multiple monitoring sites across the city, with vehicle emissions identified as the dominant source of NO₂ and CO, while industrial activity and power plants drive elevated SO₂ concentrations (4). Explore high-performance air purifiers SHOP NOW How can I protect myself from poor air quality? Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.","

Is the air quality good in Lahore?

As of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time, GMT+5), Lahore, Pakistan, is experiencing poor air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) readings ranging from 200 to 350, placing conditions in the very unhealthy to hazardous range.

While air quality today is poor, long-term data highlight the scale of the challenge. In 2025, Lahore’s average PM2.5 concentration was 88.9 µg/m³, corresponding to an AQI of 168, classified as unhealthy, and measuring 17.8 times the WHO annual guideline of 5 µg/m³.

That year, Lahore ranked as the 8th most polluted city globally, while Pakistan was identified as the most polluted country in the world, underscoring the country’s ongoing air quality crisis.

For a complete, real-time view of current pollution levels, see Lahore’s air quality map.

$\"\"$ Lahore, Pakistan, ranked among the most polluted major cities globally, as of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time). Source: IQAir.

$\"\"$ Air quality map of Lahore, Pakistan, as of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time). Source: IQAir.

When will the air quality improve in Lahore?

Air pollution in Lahore follows a year-round pattern, with the worst conditions typically occurring during the winter months from October through February. The monsoon season from July through September provides the only period of substantial relief, as rainfall and stronger atmospheric mixing help remove pollutants (1).

During the pre-monsoon months from March to June, rising temperatures, dry conditions, and increased dust levels can trigger additional pollution episodes, keeping AQI levels elevated, as seen during today’s event (2).

$\"\"$ Hourly air quality forecast for Lahore, Pakistan, as of June 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM (local time). Source: IQAir.

What is causing poor air quality in Lahore?

Today's multi-pollutant spike reflects a convergence of seasonal and structural factors. Rising pre-monsoon temperatures combined with dry, hot conditions are enhancing dust suspension and pollutant concentrations across the city, while solid fuel combustion from crop residue burning and industrial operations continues to add significant PM10 and PM2.5 to the atmosphere (3).

The elevated ozone reading of 102.1 µg/m³ is consistent with intense photochemical activity driven by high temperatures and strong solar radiation reacting with NO₂ from vehicle exhaust and industrial emissions.

The gaseous pollutants including NO₂, SO₂, CO, and O₃ in Lahore exceed both WHO and Pakistan's own national environmental quality standards at multiple monitoring sites across the city, with vehicle emissions identified as the dominant source of NO₂ and CO, while industrial activity and power plants drive elevated SO₂ concentrations (4).

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How can I protect myself from poor air quality?

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.

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Discover the most effective place to put your air purifier in the bedroom.

","The best place to put an air purifier in a bedroom is close enough to improve the air you breathe while sleeping, but positioned so clean air can circulate freely throughout the room (1). Because people spend long, uninterrupted hours in bedrooms, air purifier placement can influence how effectively airborne particles and allergens are removed from the sleeping environment. Clean air and the sleeping environment Bedrooms are where people typically spend the longest uninterrupted periods indoors, making them critical spaces for clean air—especially for those with allergies, asthma, or sensitivities to dust, pet dander, or outdoor pollutants. Because people spend extended periods breathing the same indoor air while sleeping, air purifier placement can influence how effectively these particles are removed from the sleeping environment overnight. Reducing indoor pollution sources, improving airflow and ventilation by opening windows when outdoor air quality allows, and using high-efficiency filtration can all influence how particles accumulate indoors. For example, reducing the use of heavily scented products, improving ventilation when outdoor air quality is good, and limiting indoor smoke or dust sources can help reduce the amount of airborne particles circulating through a bedroom. Why airflow matters in a bedroom Air purifiers work by pulling polluted air through a filtration system and recirculating cleaned air back into the room. When airflow is blocked by walls, furniture, or bedding, particles can remain concentrated in parts of the room instead of circulating toward the purifier. Because airflow influences how particles move through a bedroom, purifier placement can affect how efficiently airborne particles are removed from the sleeping environment. Common mistakes to avoid in bedroom purifier placement Many people unknowingly reduce their air purifier’s effectiveness by making these placement errors: In a corner or behind furniture: This blocks airflow and limits the purifier’s reach. Keep it in an open area where air can circulate freely. Too close to electronics or heat sources: Avoid placing it near TVs, lamps, or heating vents, as heat can affect performance or pose a safety risk. Near open windows during high-pollution times: While ventilation is good, outdoor allergens or smog can enter and overwhelm the purifier. Close windows during allergy season, wildfires, or peak traffic hours. Ignoring filter maintenance: A clogged filter reduces airflow and efficiency. Check and replace filters as recommended, especially in high-dust environments. If your bedroom is large or irregularly shaped, consider a purifier with strong airflow or use a second unit to ensure even coverage. For children’s rooms, place the purifier out of reach but where it can still circulate air effectively. Frequently Asked Questions Should I run my air purifier all night in the bedroom? Yes. Running it continuously on a low or night mode ensures clean air throughout your sleep, which is especially beneficial for allergy or asthma sufferers. Most modern purifiers are quiet enough not to disrupt rest. Can I place the air purifier on the floor next to my bed? Yes. Placing an air purifier on the floor near the bed can be effective, provided airflow is not blocked by furniture or bedding. Keep enough space around the purifier for air to circulate freely. How far from the bed should the air purifier be? Aim for 3–6 feet away, positioned so clean air flows toward your breathing zone without blowing directly on you. This balances effectiveness and comfort. Does the air purifier need to be centered in the room? Not necessarily. Prioritize placing it near your bed but with unobstructed airflow. For larger bedrooms, a central location can help, but proximity to your sleeping area is most important. Can I use an air purifier in a small bedroom? Yes. Choose a model sized for your room and place it where airflow isn’t blocked. Even in smaller bedrooms, compact air purifiers can help improve air quality when positioned with unobstructed airflow. The takeaway Air purifier placement can influence how effectively fine particles and allergens are removed from the air you breathe while sleeping. Positioning the purifier where airflow remains unobstructed helps improve circulation and reduce indoor particle buildup over time. Indoor air quality is often managed through a combination of source control, ventilation, and filtration. Combined with regular cleaning and reduced indoor pollution sources, proper air purifier placement can help create a cleaner sleeping environment and improve the air circulating through your breathing zone overnight.","

The best place to put an air purifier in a bedroom is close enough to improve the air you breathe while sleeping, but positioned so clean air can circulate freely throughout the room (1).

Because people spend long, uninterrupted hours in bedrooms, air purifier placement can influence how effectively airborne particles and allergens are removed from the sleeping environment.

Clean air and the sleeping environment

Bedrooms are where people typically spend the longest uninterrupted periods indoors, making them critical spaces for clean air—especially for those with allergies, asthma, or sensitivities to dust, pet dander, or outdoor pollutants.

Because people spend extended periods breathing the same indoor air while sleeping, air purifier placement can influence how effectively these particles are removed from the sleeping environment overnight.

Reducing indoor pollution sources, improving airflow and ventilation by opening windows when outdoor air quality allows, and using high-efficiency filtration can all influence how particles accumulate indoors. For example, reducing the use of heavily scented products, improving ventilation when outdoor air quality is good, and limiting indoor smoke or dust sources can help reduce the amount of airborne particles circulating through a bedroom.

Why airflow matters in a bedroom

Air purifiers work by pulling polluted air through a filtration system and recirculating cleaned air back into the room. When airflow is blocked by walls, furniture, or bedding, particles can remain concentrated in parts of the room instead of circulating toward the purifier.

Because airflow influences how particles move through a bedroom, purifier placement can affect how efficiently airborne particles are removed from the sleeping environment.

Common mistakes to avoid in bedroom purifier placement

Many people unknowingly reduce their air purifier’s effectiveness by making these placement errors:

In a corner or behind furniture: This blocks airflow and limits the purifier’s reach. Keep it in an open area where air can circulate freely.
Too close to electronics or heat sources: Avoid placing it near TVs, lamps, or heating vents, as heat can affect performance or pose a safety risk.
Near open windows during high-pollution times: While ventilation is good, outdoor allergens or smog can enter and overwhelm the purifier. Close windows during allergy season, wildfires, or peak traffic hours.
Ignoring filter maintenance: A clogged filter reduces airflow and efficiency. Check and replace filters as recommended, especially in high-dust environments.
\n

If your bedroom is large or irregularly shaped, consider a purifier with strong airflow or use a second unit to ensure even coverage. For children’s rooms, place the purifier out of reach but where it can still circulate air effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I run my air purifier all night in the bedroom?

Yes. Running it continuously on a low or night mode ensures clean air throughout your sleep, which is especially beneficial for allergy or asthma sufferers. Most modern purifiers are quiet enough not to disrupt rest.

Can I place the air purifier on the floor next to my bed?

Yes. Placing an air purifier on the floor near the bed can be effective, provided airflow is not blocked by furniture or bedding. Keep enough space around the purifier for air to circulate freely.

How far from the bed should the air purifier be?

Aim for 3–6 feet away, positioned so clean air flows toward your breathing zone without blowing directly on you. This balances effectiveness and comfort.

Does the air purifier need to be centered in the room?

Not necessarily. Prioritize placing it near your bed but with unobstructed airflow. For larger bedrooms, a central location can help, but proximity to your sleeping area is most important.

Can I use an air purifier in a small bedroom?

Yes. Choose a model sized for your room and place it where airflow isn’t blocked. Even in smaller bedrooms, compact air purifiers can help improve air quality when positioned with unobstructed airflow.

The takeaway

Air purifier placement can influence how effectively fine particles and allergens are removed from the air you breathe while sleeping. Positioning the purifier where airflow remains unobstructed helps improve circulation and reduce indoor particle buildup over time.

Indoor air quality is often managed through a combination of source control, ventilation, and filtration. Combined with regular cleaning and reduced indoor pollution sources, proper air purifier placement can help create a cleaner sleeping environment and improve the air circulating through your breathing zone overnight.

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Find out more about the Wawa 2 Fire in Florida, including containment efforts, affected communities, and current emergency information.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of June 10, 2026, the Wawa 2 Fire was burning in Highlands County, Florida, approximately 19 miles west of Avon Park near the Avon Park Air Force Base. The wildfire burned through grass, brush, and timber fuels within the range area and generated smoke impacts in nearby communities, including Frostproof (1). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Wawa 2 Fire included: Avon Park Frostproof Highlands County Vicinity of Avon Park Air Force Base What is the current containment status of the wildfire? As of June 10, 2026, the Wawa 2 Fire burned approximately 7,121 acres and reached 100% containment. Firefighters from multiple agencies, including the Florida Forest Service and crews from Avon Park Air Force Base, continued suppression efforts and burnout operations to strengthen containment lines until full containment was achieved. Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? All evacuation notices, alerts, and fire-related public advisories associated with the Wawa 2 Fire have been lifted following 100% containment of the wildfire. Protect yourself from wildfire smokeSee how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air. LEARN MORE How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of June 10, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of June 10, 2026, the Wawa 2 Fire was burning in Highlands County, Florida, approximately 19 miles west of Avon Park near the Avon Park Air Force Base.

The wildfire burned through grass, brush, and timber fuels within the range area and generated smoke impacts in nearby communities, including Frostproof (1).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Wawa 2 Fire included:

Avon Park
Frostproof
Highlands County
Vicinity of Avon Park Air Force Base

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

As of June 10, 2026, the Wawa 2 Fire burned approximately 7,121 acres and reached 100% containment.

Firefighters from multiple agencies, including the Florida Forest Service and crews from Avon Park Air Force Base, continued suppression efforts and burnout operations to strengthen containment lines until full containment was achieved.

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

All evacuation notices, alerts, and fire-related public advisories associated with the Wawa 2 Fire have been lifted following 100% containment of the wildfire.

Protect yourself from wildfire smoke
See how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air.

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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of June 10, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.

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Find out more about the Raven Creek Fire burning near Moorcroft, Wyoming, including affected areas, containment efforts, and current conditions.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of June 10, 2026, the Raven Creek Fire is burning in northeastern Wyoming in the area of Weston County, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of the 300 Block of O-R Road and about 13 miles southwest of Moorcroft. The wildfire is located near the boundaries of Weston, Campbell, and Crook counties, resulting in impacts and monitoring across multiple jurisdictions. Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Raven Creek Fire include: Campbell County Crook County Moorcroft Weston County Wright What is the current containment status of the wildfire? As of June 10, 2026, the Raven Creek Fire has burned approximately 4,245.6 acres and is reported to be 95% contained. Fire crews have successfully constructed and maintained containment lines along the eastern flank of the fire. However, the fire crossed containment lines on the western flank, where firefighters continue active suppression efforts. Multiple agencies remain engaged in suppression efforts to limit fire growth and strengthen containment lines around the incident area (1). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? At this time, no evacuation orders or evacuation notices have been issued for communities near the Raven Creek Fire. Incident reports indicate that there is currently no threat to structures in Campbell County. Residents in Weston, Campbell, and Crook counties may continue to observe smoke in the area while firefighting operations remain underway. Authorities continue to monitor fire conditions and will issue alerts or evacuation notices if circumstances change. Protect yourself from wildfire smokeSee how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air. LEARN MORE How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of June 10, 2026, this fire is 95% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of June 10, 2026, the Raven Creek Fire is burning in northeastern Wyoming in the area of Weston County, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of the 300 Block of O-R Road and about 13 miles southwest of Moorcroft.

The wildfire is located near the boundaries of Weston, Campbell, and Crook counties, resulting in impacts and monitoring across multiple jurisdictions.

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Raven Creek Fire include:

Campbell County
Crook County
Moorcroft
Weston County
Wright

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

As of June 10, 2026, the Raven Creek Fire has burned approximately 4,245.6 acres and is reported to be 95% contained.

Fire crews have successfully constructed and maintained containment lines along the eastern flank of the fire. However, the fire crossed containment lines on the western flank, where firefighters continue active suppression efforts.

Multiple agencies remain engaged in suppression efforts to limit fire growth and strengthen containment lines around the incident area (1).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

At this time, no evacuation orders or evacuation notices have been issued for communities near the Raven Creek Fire.

Incident reports indicate that there is currently no threat to structures in Campbell County. Residents in Weston, Campbell, and Crook counties may continue to observe smoke in the area while firefighting operations remain underway.

Authorities continue to monitor fire conditions and will issue alerts or evacuation notices if circumstances change.

Protect yourself from wildfire smoke
See how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air.

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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of June 10, 2026, this fire is 95% contained.

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Find out more about the Seven Cabins Fire burning in the Capitan Mountains of New Mexico, including evacuation updates, affected communities, and containment efforts.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of June 10, 2026, the Seven Cabins Fire is burning in the Capitan Mountain Wilderness in Lincoln County, New Mexico, near Capitan Gap Road east of Capitan (1). The wildfire is located north of Capitan and approximately 25 miles northeast of Ruidoso in the Lincoln National Forest region. The fire is spreading through dry fuels and rugged terrain within the Peppin Fire burn scar area, creating difficult firefighting conditions. Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Seven Cabins Fire include: Boy Scout Mountain Capitan Mountain Wilderness Copeland Canyon Encinoso Gap Road Lincoln Pine Lodge area Ruidoso State Highway 246 corridor What is the current containment status of the wildfire? As of June 10, 2026, the Seven Cabins Fire has burned approximately 31,860 acres and remains 94% contained. Fire crews are using both direct and indirect suppression strategies to slow the fire’s spread, particularly south of Highway 246 and around the Pine Lodge area. More than 200 personnel, along with helicopters, engines, dozers, and water tenders, are assigned to the incident. Strong winds, low humidity, and extremely dry fuels continue to create critical fire weather conditions that may contribute to additional fire growth (2). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? All evacuation orders and alerts associated with the Seven Cabins Fire have been lifted following improved fire conditions and coordination between the Southwest Area Incident Management Team 2 and the Lincoln County Office of Emergency Services. Forest closure orders around the Capitan Mountains Wilderness Area and temporary flight restrictions supporting firefighting aircraft operations remain in effect. Residents and visitors are advised to continue following instructions from local authorities and avoid closed areas while firefighting and rehabilitation efforts continue. Protect yourself from wildfire smokeSee how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air. LEARN MORE How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of June 10, 2026, this fire is 94% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of June 10, 2026, the Seven Cabins Fire is burning in the Capitan Mountain Wilderness in Lincoln County, New Mexico, near Capitan Gap Road east of Capitan (1).

The wildfire is located north of Capitan and approximately 25 miles northeast of Ruidoso in the Lincoln National Forest region.

The fire is spreading through dry fuels and rugged terrain within the Peppin Fire burn scar area, creating difficult firefighting conditions.

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Seven Cabins Fire include:

Boy Scout Mountain
\n
Capitan Mountain Wilderness
Copeland Canyon
Encinoso
Gap Road
Lincoln
Pine Lodge area
Ruidoso
State Highway 246 corridor

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

As of June 10, 2026, the Seven Cabins Fire has burned approximately 31,860 acres and remains 94% contained.

Fire crews are using both direct and indirect suppression strategies to slow the fire’s spread, particularly south of Highway 246 and around the Pine Lodge area.

More than 200 personnel, along with helicopters, engines, dozers, and water tenders, are assigned to the incident. Strong winds, low humidity, and extremely dry fuels continue to create critical fire weather conditions that may contribute to additional fire growth (2).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

All evacuation orders and alerts associated with the Seven Cabins Fire have been lifted following improved fire conditions and coordination between the Southwest Area Incident Management Team 2 and the Lincoln County Office of Emergency Services.

Forest closure orders around the Capitan Mountains Wilderness Area and temporary flight restrictions supporting firefighting aircraft operations remain in effect. Residents and visitors are advised to continue following instructions from local authorities and avoid closed areas while firefighting and rehabilitation efforts continue.

Protect yourself from wildfire smoke
See how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air.

LEARN MORE

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of June 10, 2026, this fire is 94% contained.

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Central Chile faces poor air quality with unhealthy AQI levels. Learn more about affected cities, causes, and when conditions may improve.

","Is the air quality good in Chile? As of June 10, 2026, air quality in central Chile remains poor, with major cities experiencing \"unhealthy\" levels and high PM2.5 concentrations, posing health risks to residents, especially children and the elderly. By 12:30 AM (Chile Standard Time, GMT-4), some urban centers recorded AQI readings between 100 and 200, prompting health warnings. Residents are advised to limit prolonged outdoor activity, wear masks outdoors, keep windows closed, and use air purifiers indoors. While conditions fluctuate throughout the day, central Chile regularly experiences seasonal pollution episodes during the colder months. Studies conducted in Santiago and Temuco have confirmed that for every 50 µg/m³ increase in PM10 levels in 24 hours, there is an average increase of about 3% in general mortality, with increases in PM10 also associated with higher respiratory and cardiovascular mortality (1). Air quality map of central Chile, as of 12:30 AM (local time) on June 10, 2026. Source: IQAir. Which cities are affected by bad air quality in Chile? As of June 10, 2026, several cities in central Chile are experiencing degraded air quality. Some of the affected cities include: Coyhaique Loncoche Osorno For a complete, real-time overview of pollution levels across the region, see Chile's air quality map. When will the air quality improve in Chile? Research shows PM2.5 increases from April through July, then begins to decrease in September and October as spring arrives and atmospheric conditions become more favorable for pollutant dispersal. Mean PM2.5 levels during the cold season from April through September are more than twice as high as those in the warm season from October through March. In the near term, isolated rainfall or stronger winds may offer brief relief (2). Lasting improvement depends on consistent enforcement of restrictions on wood burning and vehicle emissions during pollution alert episodes. What is causing poor air quality in Chile? Firewood produces as much as 94% of fine particulate matter emissions in some Chilean cities according to the Ministry of Environment, with two million homes heated using solid biofuels nationwide, and the firewood market generating an estimated 800 million dollars annually (3). Firewood smoke from residential heating is responsible for more than 90% of PM2.5 emissions in cities located between the O'Higgins and Aysén regions, where indiscriminate use of firewood for heating is the primary driver of seasonal air quality crises (4). In Santiago, the situation is compounded by the city's position between the Andes and the Cordillera de la Costa, which creates a pocket where stagnant air accumulates and disperses slowly, while vehicle exhaust, fossil fuel power generation, and construction dust add a persistent pollution base throughout the year. Explore high-performance air purifiers SHOP NOW How can I protect myself from poor air quality? Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.","

Is the air quality good in Chile?

As of June 10, 2026, air quality in central Chile remains poor, with major cities experiencing \"unhealthy\" levels and high PM2.5 concentrations, posing health risks to residents, especially children and the elderly.

By 12:30 AM (Chile Standard Time, GMT-4), some urban centers recorded AQI readings between 100 and 200, prompting health warnings. Residents are advised to limit prolonged outdoor activity, wear masks outdoors, keep windows closed, and use air purifiers indoors.

While conditions fluctuate throughout the day, central Chile regularly experiences seasonal pollution episodes during the colder months. Studies conducted in Santiago and Temuco have confirmed that for every 50 µg/m³ increase in PM10 levels in 24 hours, there is an average increase of about 3% in general mortality, with increases in PM10 also associated with higher respiratory and cardiovascular mortality (1).

$\"\"$ Air quality map of central Chile, as of 12:30 AM (local time) on June 10, 2026. Source: IQAir.

Which cities are affected by bad air quality in Chile?

As of June 10, 2026, several cities in central Chile are experiencing degraded air quality. Some of the affected cities include:

For a complete, real-time overview of pollution levels across the region, see Chile's air quality map.

When will the air quality improve in Chile?

Research shows PM2.5 increases from April through July, then begins to decrease in September and October as spring arrives and atmospheric conditions become more favorable for pollutant dispersal.

Mean PM2.5 levels during the cold season from April through September are more than twice as high as those in the warm season from October through March. In the near term, isolated rainfall or stronger winds may offer brief relief (2).

Lasting improvement depends on consistent enforcement of restrictions on wood burning and vehicle emissions during pollution alert episodes.

What is causing poor air quality in Chile?

Firewood produces as much as 94% of fine particulate matter emissions in some Chilean cities according to the Ministry of Environment, with two million homes heated using solid biofuels nationwide, and the firewood market generating an estimated 800 million dollars annually (3).

Firewood smoke from residential heating is responsible for more than 90% of PM2.5 emissions in cities located between the O'Higgins and Aysén regions, where indiscriminate use of firewood for heating is the primary driver of seasonal air quality crises (4).

In Santiago, the situation is compounded by the city's position between the Andes and the Cordillera de la Costa, which creates a pocket where stagnant air accumulates and disperses slowly, while vehicle exhaust, fossil fuel power generation, and construction dust add a persistent pollution base throughout the year.

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How can I protect myself from poor air quality?

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.

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Home to millions of residents, five cities stood out as the most polluted major cities in the world for 2025 – find out which ones and why.

","The 2025 World Air Quality Report reveals the persistent global challenge posed by high concentrations of air pollution. Unhealthy air remains a daily reality for residents in some of the world’s most polluted urban centers. Tens of millions of people live in these cities and are exposed to elevated risks of respiratory and cardiovascular conditions over time (1). Many residents in these cities also face economic and social challenges that can compound the effects of long-term exposure to air pollution, challenges that are further compounded by exposure to industrial emissions, vehicular pollution, agricultural burning, and inadequate regulatory enforcement. Air pollution is an unequal burden for these residents, and for particularly vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, like asthma. 5. Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), ranked fifth among the world’s most polluted major cities in 2025. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 50.2 µg/m3, the city’s air quality remains in the hazardous air quality range as it has in prior years, continuing to pose serious health risks to city residents.Air quality in Kinshasa, DRC on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir. Air pollution in Kinshasa can come from both indoor and outdoor sources. Indoor cooking with wood and charcoal, a common practice in many households, contributes significantly to airborne particulate matter. Forest fires, often linked to agricultural clearing and land management, release clouds of smoke into the atmosphere. Industrial activities and regional agricultural burning also contribute to poor air quality, compounded by limited regulatory oversight and enforcement. One of the biggest challenges to mitigating pollution is the lack of reliable air quality monitoring infrastructure in the DRC. While some monitoring stations exist, the DRC—like much of Africa—lacks the comprehensive networks needed to accurately track pollution levels and inform public health responses. 4. Kolkata, India Kolkata, India, was one of the world’s most polluted urban centers in 2025. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 51 µg/m3, it’s the city’s worst average since 2021’s annual average of 59 µg/m3. This change reflects regional trends, where rapid industrialization, vehicular emissions, and seasonal agricultural burning frequently create a haze that lingers over the city for much of the year. Air quality in Kolkata, India on April 21, 2026. Source: IQAir. Kolkata’s air pollution sources are deeply rooted in both local and regional activities. Vehicle emissions, industrial activity, construction dust, and unregulated waste burning add to the burden (2). During the winter months, crop residue burning in neighboring states and across the Indo-Gangetic Plain compounds the problem. 3. Dhaka, Bangladesh Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, returned as the world’s third most polluted major city in 2025, with an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 68 µg/m3. While Dhaka has experienced an improvement in average annual PM2.5 over 2024 and 2023 (measuring annual average concentrations of 78 and 80.2 µg/m3 respectively), its air quality remains far above safe levels. Persistent air quality challenges continue to affect residents’ health. Exposure to PM2.5, particulate matter measuring 2.5 microns in diameter or smaller, has been linked to respiratory diseases, heart conditions, stroke, and cancer (3). Air quality in Dhaka, Bangladesh on April 22, 2026. Source: IQAir. Informal brick kilns, which number in the thousands across Bangladesh, contributes an estimated 11% of the nation’s PM2.5 emissions and an additional 17% of its carbon dioxide (4). An estimated 6,000 premature deaths can be attributed to brick kiln air pollutants despite government efforts to shut down illegal operations and promote cleaner technologies like zigzag kilns. Industrial activity and diesel generators further impact air quality, while seasonal crop burning in rural areas adds to the city’s winter smog (5). Vehicle emissions, driven by a growing number of cars and buses on Dhaka’s streets, are also a major source of airborne pollutants. 2. Lahore, Pakistan Pakistan’s cultural and economic hub, Lahore, is again ranked the world’s second most polluted major city, with an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 88.9 µg/m3. While the PM2.5 concentration is an improvement over 2024’s average annual PM2.5 concentration of 102.1 µg/m3, the city’s high average contributed to Pakistan ranking as the most polluted country in 2025. The health impact from exposure to high concentrations of PM2.5 is significant; 70% of Pakistanis report smog-related health issues (6). Air quality in Lahore, Pakistan on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir. Seasonal crop burning in Punjab Province blankets Lahore in thick smog. Vehicular emissions, exacerbated by an aging fleet and weak enforcement of emission standards, contribute significantly to the problem. Industrial activity, dust from construction and brick kilns, many of which operate without pollution controls, further degrade air quality (7)(8). 1. Delhi, India Delhi, India’s sprawling capital and one of the most populous cities in the world, has again topped the list of the most polluted major cities. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 99.6 µg/m3, its residents are exposed to to high levels of pollution on a near-daily basis. The city’s 2025 average is a modest improvement over both 2024 and 2023 whose average annual PM2.5 concentrations were 108.3 and 102.16 µg/m3 respectively. However, it’s still an average that is well into the hazardous air quality range. Air quality in Delhi, India on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir. Delhi’s air pollution is caused by a combination of factors. Regional crop burning, particularly in the neighboring states of Punjab and Haryana, sends plumes of smoke into Delhi’s atmosphere every winter, creating a thick haze (9). Vehicular emissions, driven by millions of cars, trucks, and motorcycles—many of which operate on outdated technology—continue to serve as a major contributor (10). Coal-fired power plants, industrial emissions, and landfill fires further degrade air quality, while construction dust and unmanaged waste burning add to the burden. Same cities, too few changes Despite Kolkata, India replacing Karachi, Pakistan among the top five most polluted major cities in 2024, the other four major cities were all listed in 2024. Though they demonstrated some small air quality improvements over the prior year, Delhi, Lahore, and Dhaka all mirrored their top three positions in the 2024 listing. Their return as the three most polluted cities reflects the struggle residents and activists face in improving air quality outcomes. Because of the nearly year-round intensity of air pollution in all five cities, it is common to see them ranking among the most polluted major cities daily. Air quality in Delhi, India on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir. Pathways to cleaner air Air pollution poses elevated health risks, but there are practical ways to reduce exposure and improve air quality in major cities. Here’s how air quality can be improved: What governments can do Strengthen air quality standards and enforce pollution control measures to create healthier urban environments. Invest in public transportation and promote renewable energy sources to reduce emissions. Implement stricter regulations on industrial and vehicular emissions. Expand air quality monitoring networks to inform policy decisions and public health strategies. What communities can do Support programs, such as Schools4Earth, to create healthier environments for vulnerable populations. Participate in community-driven data collection efforts to raise awareness and address pollution sources. What individuals can do Opt for sustainable transportation options like walking, biking, or public transit to lower emissions. Use energy-efficient appliances and indoor air purification systems to reduce personal exposure. Monitor air quality to help improve community air quality awareness. Access real-time air quality information to make informed decisions, especially on high-pollution days. Run an air purifier when air quality is poor. Wear a snug-fitting face mask outdoors on days when air pollution is severe. The takeaway Understanding and tackling urban air pollution starts with reliable, accessible data. Yet, in many parts of the world, comprehensive air quality monitoring remains limited or non-existent. Communities with access to real-time air quality information are better equipped to make informed decisions to protect their health, advocate for stronger policies and enforcement, and address pollution at its source. By expanding monitoring networks globally, individuals are empowered to improve public health and create cleaner, safer cities for everyone.","

The 2025 World Air Quality Report reveals the persistent global challenge posed by high concentrations of air pollution.

Unhealthy air remains a daily reality for residents in some of the world’s most polluted urban centers. Tens of millions of people live in these cities and are exposed to elevated risks of respiratory and cardiovascular conditions over time (1).

Many residents in these cities also face economic and social challenges that can compound the effects of long-term exposure to air pollution, challenges that are further compounded by exposure to industrial emissions, vehicular pollution, agricultural burning, and inadequate regulatory enforcement. Air pollution is an unequal burden for these residents, and for particularly vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, like asthma.

5. Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), ranked fifth among the world’s most polluted major cities in 2025. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 50.2 µg/m3, the city’s air quality remains in the hazardous air quality range as it has in prior years, continuing to pose serious health risks to city residents.

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Air quality in Kinshasa, DRC on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir.

Air pollution in Kinshasa can come from both indoor and outdoor sources. Indoor cooking with wood and charcoal, a common practice in many households, contributes significantly to airborne particulate matter. Forest fires, often linked to agricultural clearing and land management, release clouds of smoke into the atmosphere. Industrial activities and regional agricultural burning also contribute to poor air quality, compounded by limited regulatory oversight and enforcement.

One of the biggest challenges to mitigating pollution is the lack of reliable air quality monitoring infrastructure in the DRC. While some monitoring stations exist, the DRC—like much of Africa—lacks the comprehensive networks needed to accurately track pollution levels and inform public health responses.

4. Kolkata, India

Kolkata, India, was one of the world’s most polluted urban centers in 2025. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 51 µg/m3, it’s the city’s worst average since 2021’s annual average of 59 µg/m3.

This change reflects regional trends, where rapid industrialization, vehicular emissions, and seasonal agricultural burning frequently create a haze that lingers over the city for much of the year.

$\"\"$ Air quality in Kolkata, India on April 21, 2026. Source: IQAir.

Kolkata’s air pollution sources are deeply rooted in both local and regional activities. Vehicle emissions, industrial activity, construction dust, and unregulated waste burning add to the burden (2). During the winter months, crop residue burning in neighboring states and across the Indo-Gangetic Plain compounds the problem.

3. Dhaka, Bangladesh

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, returned as the world’s third most polluted major city in 2025, with an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 68 µg/m3.

While Dhaka has experienced an improvement in average annual PM2.5 over 2024 and 2023 (measuring annual average concentrations of 78 and 80.2 µg/m3 respectively), its air quality remains far above safe levels.

Persistent air quality challenges continue to affect residents’ health. Exposure to PM2.5, particulate matter measuring 2.5 microns in diameter or smaller, has been linked to respiratory diseases, heart conditions, stroke, and cancer (3).

$\"\"$ Air quality in Dhaka, Bangladesh on April 22, 2026. Source: IQAir.

Informal brick kilns, which number in the thousands across Bangladesh, contributes an estimated 11% of the nation’s PM2.5 emissions and an additional 17% of its carbon dioxide (4). An estimated 6,000 premature deaths can be attributed to brick kiln air pollutants despite government efforts to shut down illegal operations and promote cleaner technologies like zigzag kilns. Industrial activity and diesel generators further impact air quality, while seasonal crop burning in rural areas adds to the city’s winter smog (5). Vehicle emissions, driven by a growing number of cars and buses on Dhaka’s streets, are also a major source of airborne pollutants.

2. Lahore, Pakistan

Pakistan’s cultural and economic hub, Lahore, is again ranked the world’s second most polluted major city, with an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 88.9 µg/m3.

While the PM2.5 concentration is an improvement over 2024’s average annual PM2.5 concentration of 102.1 µg/m3, the city’s high average contributed to Pakistan ranking as the most polluted country in 2025. The health impact from exposure to high concentrations of PM2.5 is significant; 70% of Pakistanis report smog-related health issues (6).

$\"\"$ Air quality in Lahore, Pakistan on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir.

Seasonal crop burning in Punjab Province blankets Lahore in thick smog. Vehicular emissions, exacerbated by an aging fleet and weak enforcement of emission standards, contribute significantly to the problem. Industrial activity, dust from construction and brick kilns, many of which operate without pollution controls, further degrade air quality (7)(8).

1. Delhi, India

Delhi, India’s sprawling capital and one of the most populous cities in the world, has again topped the list of the most polluted major cities. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 99.6 µg/m3, its residents are exposed to to high levels of pollution on a near-daily basis.

The city’s 2025 average is a modest improvement over both 2024 and 2023 whose average annual PM2.5 concentrations were 108.3 and 102.16 µg/m3 respectively. However, it’s still an average that is well into the hazardous air quality range.

$\"\"$ Air quality in Delhi, India on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir.

Delhi’s air pollution is caused by a combination of factors. Regional crop burning, particularly in the neighboring states of Punjab and Haryana, sends plumes of smoke into Delhi’s atmosphere every winter, creating a thick haze (9). Vehicular emissions, driven by millions of cars, trucks, and motorcycles—many of which operate on outdated technology—continue to serve as a major contributor (10). Coal-fired power plants, industrial emissions, and landfill fires further degrade air quality, while construction dust and unmanaged waste burning add to the burden.

Same cities, too few changes

Despite Kolkata, India replacing Karachi, Pakistan among the top five most polluted major cities in 2024, the other four major cities were all listed in 2024. Though they demonstrated some small air quality improvements over the prior year, Delhi, Lahore, and Dhaka all mirrored their top three positions in the 2024 listing. Their return as the three most polluted cities reflects the struggle residents and activists face in improving air quality outcomes.

Because of the nearly year-round intensity of air pollution in all five cities, it is common to see them ranking among the most polluted major cities daily.

$\"\"$ Air quality in Delhi, India on April 20, 2026. Source: IQAir.

\nPathways to cleaner air

Air pollution poses elevated health risks, but there are practical ways to reduce exposure and improve air quality in major cities. Here’s how air quality can be improved:

What governments can do

Strengthen air quality standards and enforce pollution control measures to create healthier urban environments.
Invest in public transportation and promote renewable energy sources to reduce emissions.
Implement stricter regulations on industrial and vehicular emissions.
Expand air quality monitoring networks to inform policy decisions and public health strategies.

What communities can do

Support programs, such as Schools4Earth, to create healthier environments for vulnerable populations.
Participate in community-driven data collection efforts to raise awareness and address pollution sources.

What individuals can do

Opt for sustainable transportation options like walking, biking, or public transit to lower emissions.
Use energy-efficient appliances and indoor air purification systems to reduce personal exposure.
\nMonitor air quality to help improve community air quality awareness.
\nAccess real-time air quality information to make informed decisions, especially on high-pollution days.
Run an air purifier when air quality is poor.
\nWear a snug-fitting face mask outdoors on days when air pollution is severe.

The takeaway

Understanding and tackling urban air pollution starts with reliable, accessible data. Yet, in many parts of the world, comprehensive air quality monitoring remains limited or non-existent.

Communities with access to real-time air quality information are better equipped to make informed decisions to protect their health, advocate for stronger policies and enforcement, and address pollution at its source. By expanding monitoring networks globally, individuals are empowered to improve public health and create cleaner, safer cities for everyone.

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Learn where Code Orange air quality alerts are in effect across the United States and when ozone levels are expected to improve.

","Is the air quality good in the affected locations? On June 5, 2026, air quality is not considered good across multiple regions of the United States due to elevated ground-level ozone concentrations (1). Code Orange Air Quality Alerts and Air Quality Action Days have been issued for parts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. These alerts indicate that air pollution levels may become unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with asthma, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions. Areas under alert include: Charlotte, Concord, and Kannapolis, North Carolina Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and High Point, North Carolina Greenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina Atlanta, Georgia Northern Virginia District of Columbia Baltimore and Annapolis, Maryland Philadelphia metropolitan area New York City metropolitan area Parts of Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky The air quality alerts are being issued from numerous state-level and county-level environmental departments, like the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and the Forsyth County Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection in Winson Salem, North Carolina (2). Residents in these areas should monitor local air quality conditions and limit prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during the afternoon and early evening hours, when ozone concentrations are typically highest. When will air quality improve in the affected locations? Air quality is expected to improve after the current alerts expire, most of which end during the evening hours of June 5, 2026, or by midnight local time. Ground-level ozone concentrations generally decrease after sunset as temperatures cool and the sunlight needed for ozone formation diminishes. Improved atmospheric mixing and changing weather conditions may also help disperse pollutants. However, additional alerts may be issued if similar weather patterns persist. Residents should continue monitoring local forecasts and air quality advisories from state environmental agencies. What is causing poor air quality in the affected locations? The primary cause of poor air quality across these regions is elevated ground-level ozone formation. Several atmospheric conditions are contributing to ozone accumulation: Strong sunshine that accelerates ozone-producing chemical reactions High pressure systems creating stagnant air conditions Light winds that limit pollutant dispersion Existing emissions from vehicles, industrial activities, and other pollution sources Warm temperatures that enhance ozone formation In South Carolina, officials specifically cited dominant high pressure, minimal cloud cover, low atmospheric moisture, light winds, and poor pollutant dispersion as key factors contributing to elevated ozone levels. Explore high-performance air purifiers SHOP NOW How can I protect myself from poor air quality? Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.","

Is the air quality good in the affected locations?

On June 5, 2026, air quality is not considered good across multiple regions of the United States due to elevated ground-level ozone concentrations (1).

Code Orange Air Quality Alerts and Air Quality Action Days have been issued for parts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky.

These alerts indicate that air pollution levels may become unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with asthma, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions.

Areas under alert include:

\nCharlotte, Concord, and Kannapolis, North Carolina
\nWinston-Salem, Greensboro, and High Point, North Carolina
\nGreenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina
\nAtlanta, Georgia
Northern Virginia
District of Columbia
\nBaltimore and Annapolis, Maryland
\nPhiladelphia metropolitan area
New York City metropolitan area
Parts of Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky

The air quality alerts are being issued from numerous state-level and county-level environmental departments, like the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and the Forsyth County Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection in Winson Salem, North Carolina (2).

Residents in these areas should monitor local air quality conditions and limit prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during the afternoon and early evening hours, when ozone concentrations are typically highest.

When will air quality improve in the affected locations?

Air quality is expected to improve after the current alerts expire, most of which end during the evening hours of June 5, 2026, or by midnight local time.

Ground-level ozone concentrations generally decrease after sunset as temperatures cool and the sunlight needed for ozone formation diminishes. Improved atmospheric mixing and changing weather conditions may also help disperse pollutants.

However, additional alerts may be issued if similar weather patterns persist. Residents should continue monitoring local forecasts and air quality advisories from state environmental agencies.

What is causing poor air quality in the affected locations?

The primary cause of poor air quality across these regions is elevated ground-level ozone formation.

Several atmospheric conditions are contributing to ozone accumulation:

Strong sunshine that accelerates ozone-producing chemical reactions
High pressure systems creating stagnant air conditions
Light winds that limit pollutant dispersion
Existing emissions from vehicles, industrial activities, and other pollution sources
Warm temperatures that enhance ozone formation

In South Carolina, officials specifically cited dominant high pressure, minimal cloud cover, low atmospheric moisture, light winds, and poor pollutant dispersion as key factors contributing to elevated ozone levels.

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How can I protect myself from poor air quality?

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.

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Dhaka's AQI exceeds 180, ranking among the world's most polluted cities. Discover what's driving the unhealthy air and when conditions may improve.

","Is the air quality good in Dhaka? As of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time, GMT+6), Dhaka, Bangladesh, is experiencing poor air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 180. Air conditions fall within the unhealthy range, driven primarily by elevated PM2.5 concentrations. For a complete, real-time view of current pollution levels, see Dhaka's air quality map. While air quality today is poor, long-term data highlight the scale of the challenge. In 2025, Dhaka’s average PM2.5 concentration was 68 µg/m³, corresponding to an AQI of 157, classified as unhealthy, and measuring 13.6 times the WHO annual guideline of 5 µg/m³. That year, Dhaka ranked as the 32nd most polluted city globally, while Bangladesh was identified as the second most polluted country in the world, underscoring the country’s ongoing air quality crisis. Dhaka, Bangladesh, ranked among the most polluted major cities globally, as of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Source: IQAir. Air quality map of Dhaka, Bangladesh, as of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Source: IQAir. When will the air quality improve in Dhaka? Air quality is expected to improve over the next few hours as forecast rainfall helps bring conditions into the moderate range by evening. However, such pollution episodes are likely to recur, with more sustained improvement expected later this month as the arrival of the monsoon brings increased rainfall and stronger winds that help clear the atmosphere. Hourly air quality forecast for Dhaka, Bangladesh, as of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Source: IQAir. What is causing poor air quality in Dhaka? Almost 85% of Dhaka's air pollution comes from just three sources: brick kilns, surface dust and sand, and vehicle emissions, with approximately 2,000 traditional brick kilns in and around Dhaka and 5,200 more spread across the country burning coal to supply Bangladesh's construction industry (1). About 90% of PM2.5 mass in Dhaka comes from anthropogenic sources including soil dust, motor vehicle exhaust, brick kiln operations, diesel-powered generators, and biomass burning, with a large and growing fleet of motorcycles and buses using inferior-quality fuels generating uncontrolled emissions of carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide (2). Industrial emissions, transportation, and fossil fuel combustion together release an estimated 19,000 tons of PM2.5 into Dhaka's air annually, with industries alone contributing 17,556 tons per year (3). Explore high-performance air purifiers SHOP NOW How can I protect myself from poor air quality? Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors when air quality is poor; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter particles, gases, and other pollutants.","

Is the air quality good in Dhaka?

As of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time, GMT+6), Dhaka, Bangladesh, is experiencing poor air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 180. Air conditions fall within the unhealthy range, driven primarily by elevated PM2.5 concentrations.

For a complete, real-time view of current pollution levels, see Dhaka's air quality map.

While air quality today is poor, long-term data highlight the scale of the challenge. In 2025, Dhaka’s average PM2.5 concentration was 68 µg/m³, corresponding to an AQI of 157, classified as unhealthy, and measuring 13.6 times the WHO annual guideline of 5 µg/m³.

That year, Dhaka ranked as the 32nd most polluted city globally, while Bangladesh was identified as the second most polluted country in the world, underscoring the country’s ongoing air quality crisis.

$\"\"$ Dhaka, Bangladesh, ranked among the most polluted major cities globally, as of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Source: IQAir.

$\"\"$ Air quality map of Dhaka, Bangladesh, as of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Source: IQAir.

When will the air quality improve in Dhaka?

Air quality is expected to improve over the next few hours as forecast rainfall helps bring conditions into the moderate range by evening.

However, such pollution episodes are likely to recur, with more sustained improvement expected later this month as the arrival of the monsoon brings increased rainfall and stronger winds that help clear the atmosphere.

$\"\"$ Hourly air quality forecast for Dhaka, Bangladesh, as of June 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time). Source: IQAir.

What is causing poor air quality in Dhaka?

Almost 85% of Dhaka's air pollution comes from just three sources: brick kilns, surface dust and sand, and vehicle emissions, with approximately 2,000 traditional brick kilns in and around Dhaka and 5,200 more spread across the country burning coal to supply Bangladesh's construction industry (1).

About 90% of PM2.5 mass in Dhaka comes from anthropogenic sources including soil dust, motor vehicle exhaust, brick kiln operations, diesel-powered generators, and biomass burning, with a large and growing fleet of motorcycles and buses using inferior-quality fuels generating uncontrolled emissions of carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide (2).

Industrial emissions, transportation, and fossil fuel combustion together release an estimated 19,000 tons of PM2.5 into Dhaka's air annually, with industries alone contributing 17,556 tons per year (3).

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Wildfires spread across Brantley County in Georgia, burning structures and causing road closures. Learn more about what is causing the Georgia wildfires.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? On June 7, 2026, the Brantley Highway 82 Fire is burning in the southeastern region of Georgia, neighboring the northern Florida border. The fire is located just off U.S. Highway 82 near the Brantley County line, bordering Glynn County and spreading into Camden County (1)(2). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The Brantley Highway 82 wildfire has spread across multiple highways, neighborhoods, and communities, including (3)(4): Atkinson Waynesville Happy Hollow U.S. Highway 82 area, from Nahunta to Post Road Highway 110 West, near Camden County line Highway 259, near Camden County line What is the current containment status of the Brantley Highway 82 Fire? On June 7, 2026, the Brantley Highway 82 Fires has burned approximately 22,420 acres and is about 98% contained. Brantley County, Glynn County, and Effingham County Fire Rescue teams have been working together to contain the wildfire and stop the spread to neighboring communities. Glynn County issued a temporary outdoor burn ban, prohibiting outdoor fires ignited by residents, such as fireworks and bonfire pits, to prevent additional wildfires (5)(6). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Mandatory evacuation orders for several neighborhoods and communities have been issued all throughout Brantley County, including Happy Hollow, Hawks Landing, and Drury Court. Those needing to evacuate are directed to use Highway 32 for safety. Various neighboring cities are on wildfire watch as winds continue to carry smoke throughout the state. On April 22, 2026, all Brantley County schools were closed due to the wildfire breaching containment. Shelters are open to the public through various churches in the Nahunta and Hortense region, providing food and water to locals in need. Residents in neighboring cities on wildfire watch alert are advised to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and monitor fire updates and alerts (7). Protect yourself from wildfire smokeSee how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air. LEARN MORE How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. On June 7, 2026, this fire is 98% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

On June 7, 2026, the Brantley Highway 82 Fire is burning in the southeastern region of Georgia, neighboring the northern Florida border.

The fire is located just off U.S. Highway 82 near the Brantley County line, bordering Glynn County and spreading into Camden County (1)(2).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The Brantley Highway 82 wildfire has spread across multiple highways, neighborhoods, and communities, including (3)(4):

Atkinson
Waynesville
Happy Hollow
U.S. Highway 82 area, from Nahunta to Post Road
Highway 110 West, near Camden County line
Highway 259, near Camden County line

What is the current containment status of the Brantley Highway 82 Fire?

On June 7, 2026, the Brantley Highway 82 Fires has burned approximately 22,420 acres and is about 98% contained.

Brantley County, Glynn County, and Effingham County Fire Rescue teams have been working together to contain the wildfire and stop the spread to neighboring communities. Glynn County issued a temporary outdoor burn ban, prohibiting outdoor fires ignited by residents, such as fireworks and bonfire pits, to prevent additional wildfires (5)(6).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Mandatory evacuation orders for several neighborhoods and communities have been issued all throughout Brantley County, including Happy Hollow, Hawks Landing, and Drury Court. Those needing to evacuate are directed to use Highway 32 for safety. Various neighboring cities are on wildfire watch as winds continue to carry smoke throughout the state.

On April 22, 2026, all Brantley County schools were closed due to the wildfire breaching containment. Shelters are open to the public through various churches in the Nahunta and Hortense region, providing food and water to locals in need. Residents in neighboring cities on wildfire watch alert are advised to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and monitor fire updates and alerts (7).

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Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

On June 7, 2026, this fire is 98% contained.

","wildfire-map-spotlight-brantley-highway-82-fire-georgia","gid://shopify/Article/564863697033","https://shop.iqair.com/blogs/news/wildfire-map-spotlight-brantley-highway-82-fire-georgia","2026-06-07T07:43:03Z",[270,14,271],"Wildfire Map Spotlight: Brantley Highway 82 Fire, Georgia",{"_65":799,"_206":-5,"_204":800,"_207":267,"_209":268},"gid://shopify/ArticleImage/114412093577","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0065/4780/0182/articles/Wildfire2Desktop_160b1fee-a902-4066-b580-bd907ea0220a.jpg?v=1780945282",{"_52":269},{"_67":63},"Find out more about the Hummingbird Fire burning in southwestern New Mexico, including impacted communities, evacuation alerts, and containment updates.","

Find out more about the Hummingbird Fire burning in southwestern New Mexico, including impacted communities, evacuation alerts, and containment updates.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of June 7, 2026, the Hummingbird Fire was burning within New Mexico’s Gila National Forest. The lightning-caused wildfire began on April 20 and was located approximately 15 miles east of Glenwood, in Catron County. The fire spread through steep and rugged terrain near Iron Creek Mesa and Iron Creek, with smoke visible from nearby landmarks including Gila Cliff Dwellings and surrounding wilderness areas (1). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Hummingbird Fire included: Gila Valley Silver City Willow Creek Subdivision What is the current containment status of the wildfire? As of June 7, 2026, the Hummingbird Fire had burned approximately 5,716 acres and was 100% contained. Fire crews used both ground and aviation resources to slow the fire’s spread and protect nearby communities. Firefighters constructed containment lines, secured spot fires, and protected structures in vulnerable areas. High winds previously limited aerial firefighting operations, though improved weather conditions allowed aircraft to resume support efforts (2). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? All evacuation orders and emergency alerts related to the Hummingbird Fire have since been lifted following the fire reaching 100% containment. Protect yourself from wildfire smokeSee how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air. LEARN MORE How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of June 7, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of June 7, 2026, the Hummingbird Fire was burning within New Mexico’s Gila National Forest.

The lightning-caused wildfire began on April 20 and was located approximately 15 miles east of Glenwood, in Catron County.

The fire spread through steep and rugged terrain near Iron Creek Mesa and Iron Creek, with smoke visible from nearby landmarks including Gila Cliff Dwellings and surrounding wilderness areas (1).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Hummingbird Fire included:

Gila Valley
\nSilver City
\n
Willow Creek Subdivision

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

As of June 7, 2026, the Hummingbird Fire had burned approximately 5,716 acres and was 100% contained.

Fire crews used both ground and aviation resources to slow the fire’s spread and protect nearby communities.

Firefighters constructed containment lines, secured spot fires, and protected structures in vulnerable areas. High winds previously limited aerial firefighting operations, though improved weather conditions allowed aircraft to resume support efforts (2).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

All evacuation orders and emergency alerts related to the Hummingbird Fire have since been lifted following the fire reaching 100% containment.

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Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of June 7, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.

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Find out more about the Border 6 Fire near the U.S.-Mexico border in Southern California, including affected communities, containment efforts, and public safety updates.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of June 7, 2026, the Border 6 Fire originated near Tijuana, Mexico, and spread north across the U.S.-Mexico border into Southern California. The wildfire burned in the vicinity of Marron Valley, Dulzura, Barrett Junction, and the Tijuana River Drainage area in southeastern San Diego County. The fire was located in rugged terrain with dense, dry vegetation near the international border, which made suppression efforts challenging (1). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Border 6 Fire included: Barrett Junction Campo Cottonwood Creek Dulzura Jamul Marron Valley Mine Canyon Truck Trail area Tecate Smoke from the fire continues to affect nearby communities, particularly areas near Tecate and Campo where smoke advisories remained in effect. What is the current containment status of the wildfire? As of June 7, 2026, the Border 6 Fire burned approximately 2,525 acres across the United States and Mexico, including about 1,516 acres in California and approximately 1,009 acres in Mexico. The fire was ultimately 100% contained. Firefighters reinforced containment lines and conducted mop-up operations on remaining hot spots until full containment was achieved. Ground and aerial firefighting resources on both sides of the border remained engaged in suppression efforts as crews made steady progress against the fire (2). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? All evacuation orders, evacuation warnings, and related alerts associated with the Border 6 Fire were lifted, and no evacuation restrictions remained in effect. Protect yourself from wildfire smokeSee how a wildfire smoke air purifier can help clean your air. LEARN MORE How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of June 7, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of June 7, 2026, the Border 6 Fire originated near Tijuana, Mexico, and spread north across the U.S.-Mexico border into Southern California.

The wildfire burned in the vicinity of Marron Valley, Dulzura, Barrett Junction, and the Tijuana River Drainage area in southeastern San Diego County. The fire was located in rugged terrain with dense, dry vegetation near the international border, which made suppression efforts challenging (1).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Border 6 Fire included:

Barrett Junction
Campo
Cottonwood Creek
Dulzura
Jamul
Marron Valley
Mine Canyon Truck Trail area
Tecate

Smoke from the fire continues to affect nearby communities, particularly areas near Tecate and Campo where smoke advisories remained in effect.

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

As of June 7, 2026, the Border 6 Fire burned approximately 2,525 acres across the United States and Mexico, including about 1,516 acres in California and approximately 1,009 acres in Mexico.

The fire was ultimately 100% contained. Firefighters reinforced containment lines and conducted mop-up operations on remaining hot spots until full containment was achieved.

Ground and aerial firefighting resources on both sides of the border remained engaged in suppression efforts as crews made steady progress against the fire (2).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

All evacuation orders, evacuation warnings, and related alerts associated with the Border 6 Fire were lifted, and no evacuation restrictions remained in effect.

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Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of June 7, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.

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A severe heatwave is affecting India, Pakistan and Afghanistan, with temperatures exceeding 100°F (38°C) across the region. Learn more about ongoing heat risks and alerts.

","Why is there a heatwave in South Asia? As of June 9, 2026, a prolonged heatwave is affecting South Asia, driven by strong high-pressure systems that trap hot air near the surface. Temperatures in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan have soared well above seasonal averages, with some areas approaching or exceeding 45-50 degrees Celsius (113-122 degrees Fahrenheit) (1). The heat arrived earlier than the typical May-June season. High-pressure systems dominate, trapping hot air near the surface like a dome, preventing it from rising and cooling, while sinking air compresses, warms, and blocks clouds, allowing relentless solar heating (2). Climate scientists say meteorological conditions are up to 4°C warmer than in the past, mostly ascribing the increased heat to human-driven climate change. Which cities or areas are affected by the heatwave? Several major cities across South Asia are experiencing extreme heat during this heatwave event, some of the affected include: India: Aheri, Ahmedabad, Barmer, Bikaner, Delhi, Dhanbad, Ludhiana, Nagpur, Nanded, Prayagraj, Raipur, Sambalpur, Sirsa and Vijayawada. Pakistan: Bahawalpur, Dadu, Dalbandin, Dera Ismail Khan, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Lahore, Layyah, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Sahiwal, Sargodha, Sibi, Sukkur and Turbat. Afghanistan: Farah, Jalalabad, Kandahar Lashkar Gah, Mazar-i-Sharif and Mirabad. How long will the heatwave last? The heatwave began in early April 2026 and is expected to persist through the summer months across parts of South Asia. Forecasts for India and Pakistan indicate above-normal heatwave activity through the April–June period, while Afghanistan is also expected to experience prolonged extreme heat, particularly in southern regions where temperatures commonly reach 36–43°C (97–109°F) (3). Temperatures above 100°F (38°C) are likely to continue across much of the region until seasonal monsoon rainfall brings gradual relief later in the summer. It is possible that a strong El Niño projected for this summer may also contribute to more intense, longer-lasting heat waves and dry weather in South Asia (4). Are there any alerts in place? Multiple heat alerts are active across South Asia. Several regions in India were placed under orange alert for heatwave conditions, with authorities warning of increased heat-related illnesses and directing hospitals and livestock services to prepare accordingly (5). In Pakistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warned that heatwave conditions are expected to persist and advised residents to avoid direct sunlight and stay hydrated. Both countries have Heat Action Plans coordinated through disaster management authorities (6). Afghanistan's extreme summer heat typically affects outdoor workers and vulnerable populations, though formal heat-specific alert systems are limited compared to neighboring countries. Residents are advised to stay in air-conditioned spaces, avoid direct sun exposure, drink fluids, and check on elderly individuals. Outdoor workers should reschedule activities to cooler hours.","

Why is there a heatwave in South Asia?

As of June 9, 2026, a prolonged heatwave is affecting South Asia, driven by strong high-pressure systems that trap hot air near the surface. Temperatures in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan have soared well above seasonal averages, with some areas approaching or exceeding 45-50 degrees Celsius (113-122 degrees Fahrenheit) (1).

The heat arrived earlier than the typical May-June season. High-pressure systems dominate, trapping hot air near the surface like a dome, preventing it from rising and cooling, while sinking air compresses, warms, and blocks clouds, allowing relentless solar heating (2).

Climate scientists say meteorological conditions are up to 4°C warmer than in the past, mostly ascribing the increased heat to human-driven climate change.

Which cities or areas are affected by the heatwave?

Several major cities across South Asia are experiencing extreme heat during this heatwave event, some of the affected include:

\nIndia: Aheri, Ahmedabad, Barmer, Bikaner, Delhi, Dhanbad, Ludhiana, Nagpur, Nanded, Prayagraj, Raipur, Sambalpur, Sirsa and Vijayawada.
\nPakistan: Bahawalpur, Dadu, Dalbandin, Dera Ismail Khan, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Lahore, Layyah, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Sahiwal, Sargodha, Sibi, Sukkur and Turbat.
\nAfghanistan: Farah, Jalalabad, Kandahar Lashkar Gah, Mazar-i-Sharif and Mirabad.

How long will the heatwave last?

The heatwave began in early April 2026 and is expected to persist through the summer months across parts of South Asia.

Forecasts for India and Pakistan indicate above-normal heatwave activity through the April–June period, while Afghanistan is also expected to experience prolonged extreme heat, particularly in southern regions where temperatures commonly reach 36–43°C (97–109°F) (3).

Temperatures above 100°F (38°C) are likely to continue across much of the region until seasonal monsoon rainfall brings gradual relief later in the summer.

It is possible that a strong El Niño projected for this summer may also contribute to more intense, longer-lasting heat waves and dry weather in South Asia (4).

Are there any alerts in place?

Multiple heat alerts are active across South Asia. Several regions in India were placed under orange alert for heatwave conditions, with authorities warning of increased heat-related illnesses and directing hospitals and livestock services to prepare accordingly (5).

In Pakistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warned that heatwave conditions are expected to persist and advised residents to avoid direct sunlight and stay hydrated.

Both countries have Heat Action Plans coordinated through disaster management authorities (6).

Afghanistan's extreme summer heat typically affects outdoor workers and vulnerable populations, though formal heat-specific alert systems are limited compared to neighboring countries.

Residents are advised to stay in air-conditioned spaces, avoid direct sun exposure, drink fluids, and check on elderly individuals. Outdoor workers should reschedule activities to cooler hours.

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Grasping the Severity of Hazardous AQI

\nProtective Measures for Hazardous Air Quality

Join the movement!

How can I protect myself when air quality is hazardous?

How to best protect from air pollution?

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When will the air quality improve in Lahore?

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What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

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Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

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What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

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