Delhi air pollution hits 30 times WHO limit on Wednesday
Air monitors in New Delhi recorded toxic pollution levels exceeding thirty times the World Health Organization daily limit on Wednesday.
Recent measures failed to stop surge
Authorities tightened traffic and construction rules three days before this spike. Despite these efforts, smog levels continued to rise across the metropolis.
Fireworks expected to worsen conditions
Pollution is set to increase further ahead of Sunday's Diwali festival. Firework displays will add to the existing hazardous air quality in the city.
Main sources of winter smog
Vehicles contribute 23 percent of pollution while biomass burning accounts for 20 percent. Secondary particles formed from chemical reactions make up the largest share at 27 percent.
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