Tashkent's air quality ranks 2nd in global pollution index

On January 16, Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, ranked second among the world's major cities for air pollution. This information was reported by the real-time monitoring platform IQAir. 

At approximately 8:30 PM, the concentration of fine PM2.5 particles in Tashkent's air reached 174 μg/m³—34.8 times higher than the World Health Organization's recommended air quality threshold.

Under such conditions, residents are advised to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. Those suffering from chronic respiratory conditions are strongly encouraged to wear medical masks. 

When returning indoors, it is important to thoroughly wash your face and hands, minimize dust accumulation within the home, and ensure that doors and windows are tightly closed. Additionally, it is recommended to wipe surfaces with a damp cloth several times a day to reduce exposure to pollutants.