On August 27, unfavorable meteorological conditions are expected in Almaty and two other cities of Kazakhstan. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kazhydromet.

According to weather forecasters, NMU are forecast in Almaty and Aktobe, and at night — in Atyrau.

As experts explain, unfavorable meteorological conditions occur when calm, light wind, fog, and temperature inversion combine. As a result, pollutants accumulate in the surface layer of the atmosphere, which can lead to deterioration of air quality.

Forecasters warn that during such periods the risk of negative health impacts increases, especially for people with chronic diseases.

The level of air pollution is influenced by wind speed, precipitation, humidity, and air temperature.

Residents are advised to reduce time spent outdoors, especially near roads and other sources of pollution. Children and pregnant women are advised to avoid long walks.

People with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, as well as allergy sufferers, are advised to carry necessary medications. Experts recommend limiting physical activity outdoors and, if possible, moving classes indoors.

What are unfavorable meteorological conditions?

Unfavorable meteorological conditions are a set of meteorological parameters that contribute to the accumulation of pollutants in the surface layer of the atmosphere. These include calm, light wind, fog, and temperature inversion. In such conditions, harmful substances do not dissipate, leading to poorer air quality.

How to protect yourself?

Health experts recommend during such periods:

  • 01Reduce time spent outdoors, especially near roads.
  • 02Children and pregnant women should avoid long walks.
  • 03People with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases should carry necessary medications.
  • 04Limit physical activity outdoors or move classes indoors.

Air quality monitoring

The level of air pollution is influenced by wind speed, precipitation, humidity, and air temperature. Kazhydromet specialists monitor air quality and promptly inform the public about unfavorable conditions.

Due to unfavorable meteorological conditions in three cities of Kazakhstan, residents are advised to take precautions.