This level of pollution is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 334
2. Baytik Village - 11
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, pollution level is minor |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is at a normal level, however, some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals with heightened sensitivity. The effect on the general population is minimal |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, effects may impact the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health, all individuals may experience serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine 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 suspended in the air. They are responsible for the characteristic haze observed in large cities.
On a global scale for air quality, on January 8, Bishkek ranks 21st (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
