The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has reported that air quality in several regions of Sri Lanka has reached hazardous levels. According to the NBRO’s report, the air quality index (AQI) in Ratnapura’s Gatangama area ranges between 108 and 116 units.
In Embilipitiya, the AQI is recorded between 100 and 108 units.
According to the air quality index, an AQI below 50 is considered good. However, the current AQI in Colombo, Jaffna, Kurunegala, Kandy, Kegalle, and Galle exceeds 60 units.
In Nuwara Eliya’s Magastota area, the AQI ranges between 44 and 52 units. Individuals with respiratory issues are advised to be cautious.
