noida twin towers: How Noida’s twin towers demolition affects health. Here’s everything you must know

The Noida Twin Towers took several years to construct. It just took nine seconds to demolish the buildings. While the visuals of the demolition looked like were straight out of some action thriller, the effects it had were not so entertaining. Especially the spike in air pollution due to the demolition is worrisome for the residents of Noida. The pile of rubble has left debris pores in the air, raising health concerns among the residents.

Let’s take a look at how the Noida Twin Towers’ demolition affects health

Effects of the Residual Debris

While the demolition was conducted in a safe and secure environment, experts have suggested that the debris of the explosion left behind can be dangerous to health. As per reports, the debris can worsen the health of patients suffering from respiratory issues. If contact with the debris prolongs, patients may experience severe symptoms, which makes avoiding contact with the debris a top priority.

Symptoms of the ailments due to the explosion

Keeping track of the symptoms will help you prevent any major catastrophe by taking timely precautions and remedial measures. Following are the symptoms which indicate that a person needs medical attention if he/she experiences any of these following the explosion:

• Severe headache

• Increase in asthma attacks

• Sore throat

• Allergies

• Prolonged irritation in eyes and nose

• Shortness of breath

• Stomach and body aches

• Nausea

• Fever

According to experts, silica dust, the primary component of the debris left by the Noida Twin Towers demolition, can enter the human body through breathing. Silica can cause severe permanent damage to the lungs, causing silicosis. Silicosis hinders breathing and increases the risk of lung infections. Some experts also suggested that the debris contains many harmful elements, including lead, which can cause ailments like Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Important precautions to avoid adverse health effects due to the demolition:

• Cover your face with a cloth, preferably an N-95 mask

• Dust, sweep and vacuum your rooms on a regular basis

• Use air purifiers and air conditioners that remove the debris from the air in your house

• Drink water and be hydrated

• Eat healthy food and avoid junk food, at least for a few days