New estimates show farm fires may be vastly undercounted in Punjab, Haryana
AI summary
New satellite estimates suggest farm fires in Punjab and Haryana are vastly undercounted, with actual numbers potentially reaching 34,000. While Diwali smoke impacted Delhi, favorable winds have temporarily eased pollution, though north-westerly winds are forecast to return soon.
Key takeaways
- Satellite data indicates actual farm fire counts are significantly higher than official reports.
- North-westerly winds carrying smoke to Delhi are forecast to return on Wednesday and Thursday.
- Current detection methods miss fires occurring later in the day, skewing official statistics.
- Diwali pollution was exacerbated by a shallow mixing layer that limited air dispersion.
Read the original at Hindustan Times
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