Air Pollution In Mumbai (MMR) Spikes As The Dust Clouds Arrive From West

Mumbai woke up to a thick blanket of haze today.

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The visibility on the roads had reduced as the citizens began their Sunday with a dull morning.

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Massive dust storms that originated from Persia have flown eastwards. Oman is facing heavy dust storms that will continue ahead for a day or two.

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Dusty winds and clouds have caused low visibility for motorists in Oman.

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Similar situation in Pakistan as Karachi was hit by dust storms that travelled eastwards.

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Same dust clouds along with strong winds reached Western India.

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Mumbai witnessed rain-like weather for past couple of days along with light showers.

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Increase in humidity and lower temperatures have led to the current situation.

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As per AQICN.org the air quality in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region has deteriorated drastically.

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The air pollution levels are really unhealthy for any outdoor activity.

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Few motorists mentioned that they were experiencing watery eyes while traveling on the highway.

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Last week when Londoners faced bad air quality, the authorities acknowledged the conditions.

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