When air pollution level rises in Sri Ganganagar, health department instructs public to stay alert and take necessary precautions
District collector Dr. Amit Yadav said that high air pollution can cause health problems for all age groups, especially children, elderly, pregnant women and people with asthma, COPD and heart disease
Safety measures
Health department advised that when air pollution level is high, avoid unnecessary outings and if you must go out, use certified N95 or N99 masks
Keep doors and windows closed, use HEPA‑filtered air purifiers, and keep children and elderly from entering polluted areas
If you experience breathing difficulty, chest pain or other severe symptoms, seek medical advice immediately