- All readings are within permissible limits, with no violations of GCC or international standards recorded
- All radiation levels are within natural and safe limits, ministry says on X account
The air quality across the country is currently within normal and safe levels, according to recent measurements conducted by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC). The ministry has monitored air quality in closed and semi-closed parking lots of commercial complexes to assess pollutant levels and ensure compliance with national and international environmental standards.
The results indicate that all readings are within permissible limits, with no violations of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) or international standards recorded. Additionally, the ventilation systems at these sites are functioning efficiently, and the overall environment was deemed safe, negating the need to activate emergency systems.
This project was completed in 42 days, significantly faster than the originally planned 60 days—about 30% ahead of schedule. The work progressed continuously, even through weekends and holidays, demonstrating high efficiency in managing both time and resources. Furthermore, the installation and operation of additional surveillance and monitoring systems were finished at all targeted sites.
The monitoring processes included measuring levels of carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and PM10 and PM2.5 (air pollutants consisting of microscopic solid and liquid particles), as well as humidity and temperature levels.
Meanwhile, the MoECC operates a comprehensive national system to monitor air quality throughout the country. This system includes monitoring stations distributed across various locations and an operations room that tracks related indicators 24/7. All data collected indicates that air quality remains within safe and natural boundaries.
However, the ministry has recommended precautionary measures when levels of fine particles and dust waves are elevated to ensure public safety. These measures include staying indoors, particularly for seniors, children, and individuals with asthma or respiratory conditions, tightly closing windows, wearing protective facemasks outdoors, and minimising outdoor activities.
The ministry emphasised that while high levels of dust and fine particles may occur, they do not pose significant risks, especially since levels of other gases remain normal. It explained that these micro particles are dust suspended in the air and typically become more active during the spring and early summer months due to northwesterly winds, resulting in a temporary impact on air quality.
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change manages an advanced national system for radiation monitoring and early warning, where it continuously monitors radiation levels in the air, land and sea, and current data indicates that all radiation levels are within natural and safe limits, the ministry said on its X account.