Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency has ordered to install air purifiers across all districts of Punjab due to the toxic smog.
The smog is getting out of hands as after Lahore it is now spreading towards South Punjab and Islamabad.
In this regard, the Punjab government is considering artificial rain.
The notification for the installation of air purifiers has also been issued to combat smog.
According to notification, the directions had been made to install air purifiers in shopping malls and commercial plazas. The number of air purifiers must be adequate and reasonable.
Owners of shopping malls and plazas have been advised to ensure the availability of clean air for customers.
How can air purifiers help?
An air purifier is a device designed to improve indoor air quality by removing contaminants and pollutants from the air. It works by drawing in air from the surrounding environment and passing it through a series of filters or purification technologies that capture or neutralize harmful particles, gases, and odours.
These devices are commonly used in homes, offices, and other indoor spaces to reduce allergens, such as dust mites, pollen, and pet dander, as well as to eliminate smoke, mould spores, bacteria, and viruses. By continuously filtering the air, air purifiers help create a healthier and more comfortable indoor environment, particularly for individuals with allergies, asthma, or respiratory conditions.
Problems due to smog
Motorways Police on Sunday closed the road at different sections due to dense smog.
Citizens are advised to travel during the day – from 10 am to 6 pm – to avoid any untoward incident.
Schools are closed, workers have been told to stay home and people urged to stay indoors – part of a so-called “green lockdown”, which has also seen motorbike rickshaws, heavy vehicles and motorbike parking banned from hot spot areas.
Lahore High Court had ordered all the markets in the Punjab province to close by 20:00 each night, with complete closures on Sundays. Parks and zoos have also been shut until November 17.
