The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast below-normal rainfall for November, with Islamabad unlikely to experience rain this week. This prolonged dry spell is expected to worsen the smog situation, which poses a significant risk to public health, particularly for those with respiratory conditions such as asthma.
Dr. Zahar Ahmed Babar, Director of Meteorology, emphasized that the absence of rainfall will intensify both smog and foggy conditions, reducing air quality. Health expert Dr. Palusha warned that the deteriorating air conditions could lead to a rise in respiratory ailments and called for immediate measures to curb pollution.
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The worsening smog and air quality are expected to present significant challenges, not only in terms of health risks but also in terms of environmental and water shortages, which could further impact citizens in the coming weeks.
