This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
Most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 155
2. Nagorye - 88
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered acceptable, with minor pollution within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals sensitive to pollution. The impact on healthy individuals may be negligible |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. It is a mixture of dust, ash, soot, and other particles present in the air, and these contribute to the deterioration of air quality in large megacities.
In the global air quality ranking as of October 28, Bishkek ranks 12th (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
