India plans to spray water over its capital, New Delhi, to combat toxic smog that has triggered a pollution emergency, officials said on Friday, with conditions expected to worsen over the weekend. A commuter wears a basic face covering in an effort to protect himself from heavy smog on a street in New Delhi. 'I have installed six air purifiers in my home and closed all the windows, but my eyes are still watering.' Affluent residents and large private companies have been placing bulk orders for air purifiers and filtration masks. Pronab Sarkar, president of the Indian Association of Tour Operators, said air pollution had also hit tourism.

Source: CBC News November 10, 2017 14:37 UTC