The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a warning to the public about dangerously high levels of air pollution across Ghana during the Harmattan season.
Air quality has significantly deteriorated in recent weeks, with many areas experiencing “very unhealthy” levels of particulate matter (PM2.5).
Data from monitoring stations shows PM2.5 levels exceeding the World Health Organization’s recommended limit of 15 micrograms per cubic meter by a significant margin, with some areas recording levels up to 15 times higher.
This hazardous air quality poses significant health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions.
The EPA advises the public to take precautions, including wearing protective masks, minimizing outdoor activities, and staying indoors as much as possible.
The agency emphasizes that this situation is exacerbated by vehicle emissions and industrial pollution, further deteriorating air quality.
