To safeguard citizens this smog season, the Punjab government, along with health officials have released advisories. Here are a few suggestions:

Avoid Outdoor Activities: Avoid outdoor activities, especially in the morning and in the evening as the level of smog is usually higher.

Use Masks: Wear N95 masks or other masks that can filter fine particles in the air.

Remain Indoors: Doors and windows may be closed to prevent smog from coming into indoor areas. Use Air purifiers (if available in the location).

Drink plenty of water: Water flushes out toxins from the body, and keeps the respiratory tract moist.

Limit Physical Activity: Reduce all vigorous physical activity that may cause vigorous and rapid breathing which increases the inhalation of poor air quality pollutants.

The Long-Term Plans by the Government to Tackle Smog

Although we get temporary relief from closing down schools, long-term measures have to be initiated against smog, said the Punjab government. To minimize emissions, authorities are providing initiatives to lessen the pollution by utilizing cleaner energy sources, enhancing public transport, and regulating industries to control the emissions of the pollutants. The province has some other measures, from cutting down the options of burning crops to planting more trees and utilizing pollution-free transport to reduce air pollution.

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