Research from the Hydrometeorological Research Institute indicates that natural dust was the leading cause of PM2.5 air pollution in Tashkent between late September and early October. Analysis across several districts revealed that dust particles constituted an average of 64% of the measured pollutants. Despite this, overall air quality in the city has shown improvement compared to the previous year, with significant reductions in average PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations and fewer days categorized as unhealthy. Experts attribute seasonal pollution spikes to meteorological factors like temperature inversions, the region's geographical position within a major dust belt, and ongoing combustion from heating, transport, and industrial activities. While soil and desert dust remain the most significant contributors to regional air quality issues, data suggests a positive trend in pollution levels throughout the current year.
Source : Gazeta.uz
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