Winter Smog: The Silent Killer
As winter descends upon South Asia, a thick blanket of toxic smog has enveloped parts of Pakistan and northern India. And this time it can be seen even from SPACE. Lahore, Pakistan Creating a health crisis that is so severe. Satellite imagery reveals a massive gray cloud covering eastern Pakistan, particularly the Punjab province, and extending into New Delhi, the capital of India. This alarming phenomenon has prompted urgent action from authorities as air quality levels reach hazardous extremes. The Origins of the Smog Crisis The current smog crisis is not an isolated incident but rather a recurring issue exacerbated by several factors: Agricultural Practices: The burning of crop residues is a significant contributor to the pollution. Farmers often resort to this method to clear fields after harvest, releasing vast amounts of smoke into the atmosphere. Industrial Emissions: Factories and power plants, particularly those reliant on coal, emit large quantities of pollutants....