This figure indicates a hazardous level of pollution.
Top 3 most polluted places in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 237
2. Baytik Village - 11
The main pollutant in the atmosphere of Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution level is low |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, while most will not notice significant effects |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, effects may be felt by the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health, can cause serious consequences for everyone |
PM2.5 refers to tiny particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to smog formation, which is characteristic of large cities.
On a global scale, Bishkek ranks second in air quality as of January 9 (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protecting against air pollution:
- close windows to minimize the entry of polluted air;
- wear a mask;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
