Delhi's Air Quality Hits Hazardous Levels, Far Worse Than Los Angeles Battling Wildfires

Despite historic wildfires consuming parts of Los Angeles, its air remains cleaner than Delhi, where pollution poses severe health risks.

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a hazardous 451, significantly worse than Los Angeles' AQI of 158 during ongoing wildfires.
Los Angeles wildfires have burned over 34,000 acres, destroyed nearly 10,000 structures, and caused at least 10 deaths, with 180,000 people under evacuation orders.
Delhi reinstated Stage III pollution restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan, including bans on non-essential construction and certain vehicles.
Experts attribute Delhi's chronic pollution to factors like vehicular emissions, stubble burning, construction dust, and industrial pollutants.
Health professionals warn that prolonged exposure to Delhi's air is equivalent to smoking ten cigarettes daily, urging residents to limit outdoor activities and use protective measures.