Articles for Lockdown Levels

It was a surprise: Air pollution barely affected by Covid lockdowns, scientists map global changes
3 years, 6 months ago

It was a surprise: Air pollution barely affected by Covid lockdowns, scientists map global changes

India Today  

The Covid-19 pandemic led to extended lockdowns across the world, and it was expected that this will result in a steep decline in pollution levels giving a boost to nature and natural processes. Researchers studying the global changes in air pollution during Covid induced lockdown found minimal changes in the US and Europe, while a marked decrease in Nitrogen Oxide …

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Benzene levels in Mumbai saw spike during Covid-19 lockdown even as other pollutants dipped: CPCB report
4 years, 3 months ago

Benzene levels in Mumbai saw spike during Covid-19 lockdown even as other pollutants dipped: CPCB report

Hindustan Times  

Contrary to most air quality reports during the Covid-19-associated lockdown, a study showed that benzene concentration in Mumbai was higher during all phases of the lockdown as compared to levels in 2019. Mumbai The CPCB report showed 30-35% average rise in benzene levels during lockdown. “Elevated benzene levels in few areas of Mumbai are a cause for concern and need …

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New UK Lockdown Likely Sooner Rather Than Later, Former Health Advisor Says
4 years, 3 months ago

New UK Lockdown Likely Sooner Rather Than Later, Former Health Advisor Says

News 18  

Britain is likely to need to reintroduce some coronavirus lockdown measures sooner rather than later, a former senior government health advisor said on Saturday. “I think some additional measures are likely to be needed sooner rather than later,” Neil Ferguson, a professor of epidemiology at London’s Imperial College told the BBC. Ministers were on Friday reported to be considering a …

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The cult of Paul Mescal proves it – lockdown has pushed us towards new levels of thirst for celebrities
4 years, 7 months ago

The cult of Paul Mescal proves it – lockdown has pushed us towards new levels of thirst for celebrities

The Independent  

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Lockdown Makes India’s Air Cleaner; Delhi Pollution Level Drops By 49 Percent
4 years, 8 months ago

Lockdown Makes India’s Air Cleaner; Delhi Pollution Level Drops By 49 Percent

ABP News  

New Delhi: Pursuant to the stringent nationwide lockdown, skies in the national capital have turned an Azure blue and the air has become breathable due to 49 percent reduction in the air quality index. According to a study conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, the country has witnessed 43, 31, 10, and 18 percent decreases in PM 2.5, …

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