This level is considered harmful for people with heightened sensitivity.
Top 3 areas with the highest air pollution in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 161
2. Nagorye - 71
The main atmospheric pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution level is within the norm |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but it may be dangerous for some people |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May have a negative impact on people with heightened sensitivity, but does not have a clear effect on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | All people may experience negative effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health, all people may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They are a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to reduced visibility, characteristic of large cities.
According to the city ranking in terms of air quality, Bishkek ranks 10th in the world list as of March 21 (11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to avoid the entry of polluted air;
- use a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use an air purifier.
