Jakarta Ranks Fourth-Worst in the World for Air Quality
Jakarta has been ranked as the fourth-worst city globally for air quality, with pollution levels reaching the 'unhealthy' category. The local government is implementing emergency measures, including vehicle emission testing and improved monitoring, to combat the issue during the dry season.
Why it matters
Severe air pollution poses significant public health risks to millions of residents and highlights the ongoing struggle of rapidly urbanizing cities to manage environmental quality.
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Air quality in Jakarta on Friday morning fell into the unhealthy category, ranking fourth among cities with the worst air in the world.According to the air quality monitoring site IQAir at 05:55 local time, Jakarta’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 169—placing it in the "unhealthy" category—driven by PM2.5 pollution with a concentration of 87 micrograms per cubic meter, as quoted by ANTARA.That figure indicates an air quality level unhealthy for sensitive groups, as it could harm humans and sensitive animal populations, or cause damage to vegetation and aesthetic values.Regarding Jakarta’s air quality, the site also recommends that the public avoid outdoor activities.
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