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Brackenham Mhlathuze Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅) Level

Ulundi, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa

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Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅)

10µg/m³



Good

Last Updated: 2026-07-14 11:31 (Local Time)

Good PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze
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Brackenham Mhlathuze

Good
030
Moderate
60
Poor
90
Unhealthy
120
Severe
250
Hazardous
380+

What is the Current PM₂.₅ Level?

Brackenham Mhlathuze

The current PM₂.₅ level at Brackenham Mhlathuze is 10 µg/m³ making it healthy and safe for everyone in the area.


1.5xBelow

The current PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze is 1.5x Below the recommended WHO guideline of 15 µg/m³.

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Historic Air Quality Graph of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅)

Brackenham Mhlathuze

Brackenham Mhlathuze
PM₂.₅ (µg/m³)
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13-07-2026Time14-07-2026
4
Min. PM₂.₅12:31pm
29
Max. PM₂.₅9:31am

South Africa 2019 PM2.5 Death Toll

PM2.5 annual mean levels


29µg/m³

each person's annual mean exposure 5.8 times WHO's guideline.

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45


Deaths per 100,000 people

attributable to fine particle pollution in 2019 (24,780 in total in the country).

Death percentage as per diseases

strokestroke
18%
chronic obstructive pulmonary diseasechronic obstructive pulmonary disease
18%
Type 2 DiabetesType 2 Diabetes
17%
ischemic heart diseaseischemic heart disease
17%
tracheal, bronchus, and lung cancertracheal, bronchus, and lung cancer
16%
lower respiratory infectionslower respiratory infections
14%
neonatal disordersneonatal disorders
11%
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PM2.5 particles, with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less, are approximately 30 times smaller than a human hair, making them a significant yet often unseen threat to air quality.

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Uncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅): Where Does It Come From?

Windblown Dust

Windblown Dust

Daily activities like construction or other practices
Home-related emission

Home-related emission

Household activities, such as cooking and heating
Factories and industries' emission

Factories and industries' emission

Regular operations in factories and industries
Power plants generation

Power plants generation

Emission from Routine energy production in power plants
Landfill fires

Landfill fires

Fires in landfills, often caused by waste mismanagement
Transportation emission

Transportation emission

Diesel operated Daily vehicles produces exhaust
Human-caused emissions

Human-caused emissions

Common practices like open burning of waste or agricultural residues

Short-Term PM₂.₅ Exposure Impacts

Irritation in Eyes

Irritation in Eyes

Redness, itching, and discomfort in your eyes
Headaches

Headaches

Frequent or intense headaches.
Fatigue

Fatigue

Feeling unusually tired or weak.
Aggravated asthma

Aggravated asthma

Increased asthma attacks and symptoms.
Breathing problems

Breathing problems

Coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Health Advice Based on Current PM₂.₅ Level In

Brackenham Mhlathuze

0Cigarettes per day


Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.

Source:

Berkeley Earth

Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable

Air Quality FAQs

at Brackenham Mhlathuze

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

1. What is the current PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze?

The current real-time PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze is 10µg/m³ (Good). This was last updated 2026-07-14 11:31 (Local Time).

2. When was the best PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze in the last 24 hours?

The best PM₂.₅ level was 4 µg/m³ (Good) at 12:31 PM, Jul 13, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

3. When was the worst PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze in the last 24 hours?

The worst PM₂.₅ level was 29 µg/m³ (Good) at 9:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

4. What is the current trend of PM₂.₅ levels in Brackenham Mhlathuze during last 24 hours?

The PM₂.₅ levels in Brackenham Mhlathuze have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 29 µg/m³ at 9:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 4 µg/m³ at 12:31 PM, Jul 13, 2026 (Local Time).

5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₂.₅ level in Brackenham Mhlathuze?

The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.