Sri Lanka’s National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has warned of deteriorating air quality across several urban centres, with the latest readings showing conditions slipping into “slightly unhealthy” levels.
According to the NBRO, Colombo 07, Vavuniya, Kandy, Kegalle, Galle, Embilipitiya, and Puttalam recorded Air Quality Index (AQI) values above 100 during the past 24 hours.
The situation is forecast to persist over the next 24 hours, with AQI levels ranging between 44 and 112 nationwide. While most cities are expected to remain at moderate levels, Galle and Puttalam are predicted to continue experiencing slightly unhealthy conditions, whereas Nuwara Eliya is likely to enjoy “good” air quality.
Officials have advised residents, particularly sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions, to wear masks and seek medical attention if they experience breathing difficulties.
The NBRO also noted that peak pollution hours are expected between 8.00–9.00 a.m. and 4.00–5.00 p.m., urging caution during these times. (Newswire)
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