ISLAMABAD – The pollen concentration has increased considerably in Islamabad, posing a serious threat to the health of allergy patients.
As per the data released by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Wednesday, the overall concentration of pollen has reached a very high level of 48,351 in the federal capital. The pollen concentration is likely to increase further during the coming day due to seasonal changes. People suffering from pollen allergy are advised to take precautionary measures, accordingly.
The most abundant pollen types in Islamabad are Paper Mulberry, Acacia, Eucalyptus, Pines, Grasses, Cannabis, Dandelion and Alternaria. Out of all these species, Paper Mulberry shares the highest pollen count with 48,251 per cubic meter of air.
Pollen concentrations of other species are Cannabis 28 (moderate), Grasses 25 (high), Alternaria 25 (low), Pine 22 (moderate) and Acacia, Eucalyptus and Dandelion zero. The total pollen concentration is 48,351 which is alarmingly high.
The prevailing wet spell is a good omen as allergy sufferers often find relief on rainy, cloudy, or windless days due to limited pollen movement. In contrast, hot, dry, and windy conditions lead to higher pollen concentrations, worsening allergy symptoms.
