The Atmospheric Monitoring Directorate of Mexico City has released its latest report on air quality and its potential impact on health in the capital and surrounding metropolitan area.
Authorities publish daily updates on air quality and the intensity of ultraviolet rays in the metropolis. Based on the collected data, recommendations are made for outdoor activities, especially for vulnerable groups. Local authorities also implement actions to improve air quality, such as the application of environmental contingencies and the ‘Hoy No Circula’ program.
The latest report from 05:00 on September 3 indicates that the Air and Health Index has classified air quality in Mexico City and the State of Mexico as “Acceptable,” which implies a “Moderate” health risk for those engaging in outdoor activities.
The Ultraviolet Rays index registered a level of 0, suggesting that sun protection is not needed at this time. Authorities recommend that outdoor activities can be conducted with minimal risks.
The Atmospheric Monitoring Directorate operates 16 monitoring stations in Mexico City. According to the latest report, the results are as follows: Tlalpan (AJM): Good, Benito Juárez (BJU): Good, Azcapotzalco (CAM): Good, Coyoacán (CCA): Good, Cuajimalpa (CUA): Good, Gustavo A. Madero (GAM): Good, Cuauhtémoc (HGM): Good, Iztacalco (IZT): Good, Venustiano Carranza (MER): Good, Miguel Hidalgo (MGH): Good, Álvaro Obregón (PED): No data or under maintenance, Cuajimalpa (SFE): No data or under maintenance, Iztapalapa (SAC): Acceptable, Tláhuac (TAH): Good, Coyoacán (UAX): No data or under maintenance, Iztapalapa (UIZ): Good.
In the State of Mexico, of the 13 monitoring stations, the reported air quality is as follows: Atizapán (ATI): No data or under maintenance, Chalco (CHO): No data or under maintenance, Cuautitlán Izcalli (CUT): Good, Naucalpan (FAC): Good, Nezahualcóyotl (FAR): Good, Ecatepec (LLA): Good, Annex of Tlalnepantla (LPR): Good, Nezahualcóyotl (NEZ): Good, Ecatepec (SAG): Good, Tlalnepantla (TLA): Good, Tultitlán (TLI): Good, Coacalco (VIF): No data or under maintenance, Ecatepec (XAL): Good. It is important to note that some municipalities and boroughs have more than one monitoring station, which explains repetitions in the list.
Air quality in Mexico is a significant issue. According to the 2024 World Air Quality Report, produced by IQAir, the country faces high atmospheric pollution, mainly due to the concentration of fine particulate matter PM2.5. In 2024, this concentration was approximately 3.5 times higher than the annual reference value recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). PM2.5, which originates from sources such as vehicles and factories, can enter the bloodstream and is associated with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
Source: www.infobae.com
