Haze over Male' City area today

Readings from the monitoring system, located at Maldives National University's Center for Maritime Studies campus in Vilimale', show an air quality index of 107.

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Air pollution in Male' area -- Photo: Nishan Ali

Malika Shahid

2025-01-05 11:39:19

The air quality monitoring system in Vilimale' has reported poor atmospheric conditions in the Male' City area today.

Readings from the monitoring system, located at Maldives National University's Center for Maritime Studies campus in Vilimale', show an air quality index of 107, which poses a health hazard. Earlier this morning, the air quality index was even higher, prompting authorities to urge high-risk individuals to take precautions. People in the area are advised to wear masks when going outdoors.

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