Delhi Weather AQI Update: Air Quality Remains ‘Poor’ for Fifth Consecutive Day, Layer of Fog Engulfs India Gate and Other Areas (Watch Videos)

Delhi continues to grapple with poor air quality, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the "poor" category for the fifth consecutive day on Friday, October 18, currently measured at 270. The situation is more severe in the Anand Vihar area, where the AQI has plummeted to 339, classifying it as "very poor." A thick layer of fog has enveloped iconic landmarks like India Gate, further complicating visibility and health concerns for residents. To combat the deteriorating air quality, Public Works Department (PWD) vehicles have been deployed to sprinkle water across various parts of the national capital, adhering to the measures outlined in the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-1). Delhi Weather Forecast and Update: ‘Poor’ Air Quality Continues for Fourth Consecutive Day, 13 Stations in ‘Red’ As Pollution Level Soars Ahead of Winter; Clear Sky Likely on October 18.

Layer of Fog Covers Anand Vihar

#WATCH | A layer of fog engulfs Anand Vihar area of Delhi as the AQI drops to 339, categorised as ' Very Poor'. pic.twitter.com/ungUYgIqSl

— ANI (@ANI) October 18, 2024

Delhi Fog Engulfs India Gate

#WATCH | Delhi: A layer of fog engulfs India Gate and surrounding areas as the AQI drops to 270, categorised as 'Poor'. pic.twitter.com/jpAAVUupX5

— ANI (@ANI) October 18, 2024

PWD Sprinkles Water to Combat Dust in Sarai Kale Khan

#WATCH | Delhi: PWD vehicles sprinkle water in the parts of the national capital to reduce dust pollution in compliance with GRAP-1.

(Visuals from Sarai Kale Khan) pic.twitter.com/FjzxyLVInp

— ANI (@ANI) October 18, 2024

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