Pollution closes schools, offices in Tehran
Iranian media report that schools, universities, and government
offices will be closed in the capital, Tehran, on December 4-5
because of high air pollution, Radio Liberty reported.
State news agency IRNA quoted Tehran Governor Morteza Tamadon as
saying hospitals and banks would remain open, but he recommended
that residents avoid unnecessary travel.
Pollution caused mainly by vehicle fumes has been on the rise in
the past few days in Tehran and some other big cities.
Tehran's situation is the worst because it is wedged between two
mountains, where polluted air becomes trapped.
Tehran authorities often order the closure of schools and
government offices in autumn, when high pollution levels cause
health problems.
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