More than 3,700 kg of explosives were used to demolish the structures in pursuance of the Supreme Court order.
New Delhi:
After the nearly 100-metre-high Supertech twin towers were toppled to the ground on Sunday, doctors said people living nearby, especially those suffering from respiratory ailments, should take extra care and if possible take a few days off. area should be avoided.
The demolition of structures nearly 100 meters high generated an estimated 80,000 tons of construction and demolition waste and sent huge clouds of dust into the air. Doctors said most of the dust particles are 5 microns or less and can remain suspended in the air for a few days in the absence of favorable meteorological conditions like strong winds and rain. Heavy dust pollution can cause itching of eyes, nose and skin; There was an increase in coughing, sneezing, difficulty in breathing, lung infections, nasal congestion, asthma attacks and heart problems, he said.
Dr Jugal Kishor, Head of the Department of Community Medicine at Safdarjung Hospital, said, “Dust mites will remain suspended for a long time in case the wind speed is low. People suffering from respiratory problems – chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma and bronchitis – – The area should be avoided if possible.” “They should limit contact with the affected area for at least 48 hours. Other people living in and around the area should avoid exercise for a few days,” he said.
Dr Jugal Kishor said that people with respiratory disease should continue to take medicines regularly and consult a doctor if the problem worsens. Dr Yudhveer Singh, Assistant Professor, Critical Care, AIIMS, said, “Particles smaller than 2.5 microns in size will be a problem. This can lead to episodes of coughing, sneezing, asthma attacks, lung infections, nasal congestion, difficulty in breathing. Viruses can also repel microscopic particles and increase infection rates, because this is flu season.” He said, “People should take precautions and keep a buffer stock of medicines. Use N-95 masks and goggles till the pollutants are gone. Wear full sleeves clothes and avoid morning walks for few days. If the problem is more If so, consult a doctor.”
Dr Dipankar Saha, former head of the Central Pollution Control Board’s air laboratory, said the Noida authorities should monitor the level of air pollution till the debris is cleared with the help of low-cost sensors. “Modeling should be done to find out the impact zone. People living in and around the area should monitor the air quality and go out only in unavoidable circumstances. Avoid exposure for a few days. Water at regular intervals Spraying will help a lot,” he said. Told. The problem of air pollution will continue till the debris is cleared and it is definitely going to affect the health of the people. A study can be done to find out the impact of this demolition, Dr Saha said. The towers – taller than Delhi’s iconic Qutub Minar – are the tallest structures in India yet to be demolished.
Over 3,700 kg of explosives were used to bring down the structures in pursuance of a Supreme Court order which found their construction within the Emerald Court Society premises in violation of norms.
Around 5,000 residents of Emerald Court and adjoining ATS Village Society in Sector 93A vacated their premises on Sunday morning and took 150-200 pets, including cats and dogs, with them for the day. The nearest buildings next to the Twin Towers are Emerald Court Society’s Astor 2 and Astor 3 which are just nine meters away.
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