The National Environment Agency reports a rise in solid particles (PM10, PM2.5) in several regions of Georgia, including the capital, since September 30. This increase is primarily attributed to transboundary pollution, resulting from desert dust drifting in from the south and southeast.

The agency notes that this type of pollution is often observed during specific synoptic conditions throughout the year.

“The National Environmental Agency of the Ministry of Environment Protection and Agriculture of Georgia is continuously monitoring air quality through automatic stations. Interested individuals can access information about air quality and health recommendations on our atmospheric air quality portal,” the agency stated.