Maharashtra: Mumbai woke up to clear skies and mild winter warmth on Sunday, December 14, but air quality across the city remained a concern as pollution levels consistently stayed in the unhealthy category. While residents enjoyed a cool and sunny start to the day, data revealed elevated levels of particulate matter, raising new concerns for vulnerable individuals.
Other pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and ozone remained within safe limits, but experts warn that prolonged exposure to high levels of particulate matter can cause eye irritation, respiratory difficulties, and fatigue even in healthy individuals.
Areas with heavy traffic and ongoing construction, such as Andheri, Bandra, Kurla, Chembur, Sion, and parts of South Mumbai, experienced higher pollution levels during the morning hours.
