Lahore ranked second-most polluted city as smog crisis continues
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Lahore ranked second-most polluted city as smog crisis continues Lahore ranks 2nd most polluted city globally as smog disrupts life and health. Lahore has slipped to second place in the global pollution rankings, with New Delhi overtaking the city to claim the top spot as the world’s most polluted on Friday. Photo: IQAir The air quality index (AQI) in Lahore has reached hazardous levels, with readings soaring to 780 AQI, signaling a significant environmental and public health crisis. The thick smog has enveloped much of Punjab's plains, severely reducing visibility and causing widespread disruption. The dense fog has caused zero visibility in several areas, leading to the closure of key motorways. Photo: IQAir Roads affected include the M-2 motorway (Islamabad to Lahore), M-3 motorway (Lahore to Dera Ghazi Khan), and Lahore-Sialkot motorway, all shut down due to hazardous air quality. Additionally, sections of the M-4 motorway (Pindi Bhattian to Multan) and the M-5 motorway (...