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Pollution concerns continue to affect various regions of Ukraine, manifesting as air and water quality issues. Recent reports indicate fluctuations in air quality in Kyiv, predominantly due to dust and emissions from peat bogs burning. Notably, Kyiv experienced periods when it was rated as having the poorest air quality globally due to high levels of dust, soot, and smoke. On the water front, the Seim and Desna rivers have faced repeated pollution challenges, impacting the local ecosystems and communities. Authorities report gradual improvements in water conditions, yet occasional deteriorations prompt ongoing surveillance and mitigation efforts. Such environmental challenges highlight the need for robust response mechanisms and public awareness to ensure safety and health. These updates encapsulate not only the environmental impact but also the resilience and proactive measures being taken by Ukrainian authorities and communities.
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shelling of Vinnytsia Russian attack on Vinnytsia: air quality has significantly deteriorated, residents are asked not to go outside Air quality has deteriorated significantly in Vinnytsia after a fire caused by an enemy attack. 1 837 0 Previously in trend: Attack of drones

Pollution of Southern Bug River in Mykolaiv 100 tons of oil have already been taken from Southern Bug, and leakage will be repaired for another 10 days Measures to eliminate oil leakage into the Southern Bug are underway in Mykolaiv. The relevant services have installed booms and have already taken more than 100 tons of vegetable oil from the river. 1 435 2

Mined areas About 23 thousand square kilometers in Ukraine have been critically affected by war, 138.5 thousand square kilometers are probably mined - Ministry of Economy Currently, the area critically affected by the war in Ukraine is about 23 thousand square kilometers. 201 0 Previously in trend: War

Київ Air quality Kyiv has deteriorated again: it is recommended to limit prolonged stay outside On Wednesday, October 2, a temporary deterioration in the air quality  is observed in Kyiv. 729 1

У Києві фіксують тимчасове погіршення стану повітря 30 вересня Air quality in Kyiv has temporarily deteriorated: It is recommended to limit prolonged stay outside As of September 30, an increased concentration of suspended particulate matter (dust) is recorded in Darnytskyi, Dniprovskyi, and Holosiivskyi districts of Kyiv. 1 454 8

У Києві повітря насичене пилом Air quality in Kyiv will deteriorate again in coming days On October 1 and 2, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, air quality is expected to deteriorate in Kyiv due to dust from the Caspian Sea region. 3 687 4

У Києві нормалізувалася якість повітря Air quality in Kyiv has normalized As of 3:00 p.m. on September 23, the air quality in Kyiv has returned to normal. 272 0

У Сеймі знову погіршилася вода Water quality in Seim and Desna rivers is gradually improving. Dark spot does not pose threat - Chernihiv RMA The day before, repeated pollution was detected in the Seim River, but it does not pose a significant threat. The water quality in the Seim and the Desna rivers is gradually improving. 486 1

Десна Repeated water pollution is recorded in Seim River - Ministry of Environment As of 22 September, the Seim River is experiencing repeated water pollution. The situation in the Desna River is stabilising. 4 041 22

У Києві повітря насичене пилом, сажею і димом. Горять торфовища Air in Kyiv is full of dust, soot and smoke. Reason is burning of peat bogs - Ministry of Environment The reason for the poor air quality in Kyiv is the burning of peat bogs and other ecosystems and autumn temperature drops. 2 855 12

У Києві фіксують погіршення якості повітря In morning, Kyiv was ranked first in terms of air pollution in world. INFOGRAPHICS As of the morning of 20 September, Kyiv was ranked first in the world ranking of cities with the dirtiest air. 3 718 33

Сейм, річка New deterioration of water quality in Seim River in Sumy region, reasons are being investigated - Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources Further deterioration of water quality in the Seim River is observed in the Sumy region. The reasons for the possible repeated organic pollution are currently being investigated. 1 913 13

У Десні сповільнюється рух забруднення Water quality is improving in Seim, and pollution flow in Desna is slowing down - Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources The water quality in the Seim River is improving, while in the Desna the movement of pollution is slowing down, is recorded at points and is not homogeneous. 1 121 2

Гринчук Pollution of Seim and Desna rivers caused losses of more than UAH 405 million - Hrynchuk The amount of environmental damage in Chernihiv and Sumy regions due to the pollution of the Seim and Desna rivers is already more than UAH 405 million. 2 009 11

Чи безпечна вода в Києві? Kyiv is ready for possible deterioration in water quality. Now results of analyses do not cause concern - KCSA The capital is now ready for emergencies related to the deterioration of water quality due to the pollution of the Desna and Seim rivers. 1 002 6

Десна річка Kyiv may be left without main source of drinking water due to pollution of Desna River - Kyivvodokanal The pollution of the Desna River may lead to the fact that Kyiv may be left without the main source of drinking water supply. 12 131 46

Десна річка Water quality in Desna River in Chernihiv has significantly deteriorated - Chernihivvodokanal The water quality in the Desna River within Chernihiv has deteriorated significantly. 2 385 6

Десна Non-critical decrease in oxygen level recorded in Desna river near Chernihiv - RMA Since 1 September, a decrease in oxygen levels has been recorded in the Desna River near Chernihiv, although it is currently not critical. 1 577 4

Сейм, забруднення Movement of organic matter from Seim is gradually slowing down. Chernihiv is still 74 km away - Ministry of Environment The movement of organic matter from the Seim is gradually slowing down. As of 1 September, organic matter from the Seim was recorded at a distance of 92 km from the confluence with the Desna. There are still 74 km to go to Chernihiv. 6 174 6

Десна Vyshhorod Mayor Momot reported detection of toxic substances in Desna River. Environmental specialists denied this after inspection (updated) A toxic substance has been detected in the Desna River and its bays, which is coming downstream from the Russian border. 6 838 28

У Тернополі досі фіксують перевищення вмісту хлору після атаки РФ 20 серпня Drone attack in Ternopil on 20 August: Excessive levels of chlorine in air are still being recorded In Ternopil, air quality measurements continue to be carried out at designated locations. The city is still recording an increased concentration of chlorine and hydrochloric acid in the air after the Russian attack on an industrial facility on 20 August. 2 789 3 Previously in trend: War

Обстріли Тернопільщини: Виникла пожежа на промисловому об’єкті Attack on Ternopil region: Concentration of chlorine in air exceeded 4-10 times After a night attack by the Russian Federation on an industrial facility in the Ternopil region, the concentration of chlorine in the air was 4-10 times higher. 21 315 25 Previously in trend: War

шахеди Shaheds’ attack on a critical infrastructure facility in Zhytomyr region: Zviahel City Council warns of air pollution threat A hostile attack on a critical infrastructure facility poses a direct threat of air pollution. 5 174 11 War in Ukraine

київ High levels of dust pollution persist in Kyiv Kyiv is experiencing a temporary deterioration in air quality, and citizens are being urged to drink more water and avoid outdoor activities. 2 376 2 Kyiv News

море,нафта,пляма Oil slick was discovered in sea near Odesa, - city council In the waters of the Black Sea, in the area of Odesa beach "Vidrada", a spot of oil products of unknown size is observed on the sea surface. 3 835 21 Society

Smog over Kyiv poses no chemical, radiological threat – interior minister, head of emergencies service report Smog over Kyiv poses no chemical, radiological threat – interior minister, head of emergencies service report Smog over Kyiv poses no chemical and radiological threat. The radiation background in the capital and the region is within normal range and does not exceed natural background level. 3 599 36 Society

Smoke coming from Chornobyl exclusion zone to Kyiv is not radioactive - mayor Smoke coming from Chornobyl exclusion zone to Kyiv is not radioactive - mayor There is no radiation in the air in Kyiv, and the smoke seen in the city on April 16 is a result of the arson and smoke in the Chornobyl nuclear power plant's exclusion zone, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said. 7 778 81 Previously in trend: Chornobyl fire

Air pollution in Kyiv two to five times higher than safe level, - State Emergency Service The level of carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and formaldehyde in the air of the Ukrainian capital is two to five times that of the maximum permitted concentration. 8 275 19 Kyiv News

киев смог kyiv smog Kyiv covered with harsh smoke: sulfur dioxide level exceeds norm by five to eight times as of morning, - officials High levels of sulfur dioxide in the air reported in Kyiv exceed the norm by five to eight times in different districts. 29 473 187 Previously in trend: Kyiv in smoke