India, Pakistan blanketed in smog so thick, it's visible from space: See pictures
The smog has caused air quality to deteriorate to toxic levels in the major metropolitans of Lahore, Multan, Delhi, and Chandigarh, forcing authorities to shut down schools, parks, and public places in a bid to limit exposure and curb further pollution ...
Toxic smog in Pakistan is so bad you can see it from space
Record-breaking levels of thick, toxic smog that have shrouded eastern Pakistan and northern India since last month can be seen in striking satellite imagery.
Pictures from space show mighty smog choking Lahore
The smoke that has enveloped Lahore, in Pakistan’s Punjab province, can be seen from space - as can part of the cause. Satellite images from the US space agency Nasa shows both the thick layer of smog and the multiple concentrations of fire in the region between the Indian capital, Delhi, and Pakistan’s Lahore.
NASA Satellite Images Reveal Widespread Toxic Smog Over India And Pakistan
But experts caution that the problem goes beyond just agricultural burning. According to India Today, NASA scientist Pawan Gupta points to other significant factors, including dust from the nearby Thar Desert, which combines with emissions from vehicles and factories, adding to the hazardous mix.
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Deadly toxic smog cover over Pakistan and India can be seen from space
The satellite images show an extremely heavy grey smog over Pakistan. It stretches into northern parts of India, albeit is lighter than the one over its neighbouring country.
Lahore’s toxic smog is now visible from space, one area reports 720 AQI
Lahore, which has been reeling under severe pollution is now seeing thick and toxic smog clouds which are now visible through space via satellite imagery taken by NASA, Geo News reported.
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