On August 11, unfavorable meteorological conditions are expected in Almaty, Aktobe and Ust-Kamenogorsk. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.

According to weather forecasters, NMC (unfavorable meteorological conditions) are predicted in Almaty, Aktobe and Ust-Kamenogorsk.

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

During such periods, the risk of negative impact of polluted air on health 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 recommended to have necessary medications with them. Experts advise limiting physical activity outdoors and, if possible, moving classes indoors.

What are unfavorable meteorological conditions?

Unfavorable meteorological conditions (NMC) are a set of weather conditions that contribute to the accumulation of harmful substances in the surface layer of the atmosphere. They usually occur during calm, weak wind, fog and temperature inversion.

Factors affecting air quality

The level of air pollution is influenced by several factors: wind speed, precipitation, humidity and air temperature. Changes in these factors can lead to dispersion or accumulation of pollutants.

Recommendations for city residents

Experts recommend residents to take the following measures during unfavorable weather conditions:

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

These measures will help reduce the negative impact of polluted air on health.