The Health Protection Agency issued red alerts for air pollution in parts of Kaafu and Dhaalu atolls, with monitoring data showing Malé-area pollution in the red alert category. Authorities advised infants, children, older adults, pregnant women and people with lung or heart conditions to take precautions outdoors.
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air pollution levels have worsened across the country in recent days
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An air quality index reading between 151 and 200 triggers a red alert, indicating that air pollution poses a serious risk to everyone.
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In addition to red alerts in parts of Kaafu and Dhaalu atolls, orange and yellow alerts have been issued for other regions.
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According to data from the air quality monitoring system installed at the Maldives National University’s Centre for Maritime Studies campus in Villimalé, pollution levels in the Malé area have reached the red alert category.
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