This level of air quality is harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 96
2. Nagorye - 95
The main pollutant in the air of the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered good, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may negatively affect sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect individuals with heightened sensitivity, while most people do not experience noticeable effects |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Air conditions may adversely affect the health of everyone, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to public health, likely to affect all city residents |
| 300+ | hazardous | Air conditions pose a serious health risk, consequences may be critical for everyone |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates that are suspended in the air. They create the characteristic haze observed in large metropolitan areas.
On October 26, Bishkek ranks 7th in the world ranking for air quality and pollution levels (at 16:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
