Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIV
Written by Mădălin CRISTEA, Adrian ROȘU, Bogdan ROȘU, Daniel-Eduard CONSTANTIN, Simona CONDURACHE-BOTA, Mirela VOICULESCU, Cătalina ITICESCU, Puiu-Lucian GEORGESCU, Silvia DRĂGAN
Fine particulate matter (PM) pollution is a significant environmental and public health concern in urban areas. This study presents an extensive assessment of PM concentrations in Galați, Romania, using the RAPID-E monitoring system. The equipment was deployed at the RI REXDAN (Research Infrastructure REXDAN – George Coşbuc no. 98) to continuously measure PM concentrations at 0.3, 0.5, 1, and 5 µm from December 31, 2023 (22:00) to December 30, 2024 (22:00). The collected data were analysed to determine temporal variations in particulate matter, including monthly means, daily averages, weekday versus weekend patterns, and variations between working days and weekends. By identifying key pollution trends and fluctuations over the monitoring period, this study provides insights into the dynamics of urban air quality and potential emission sources. The findings contribute to a better understanding of PM pollution variability and support the development of effective air quality management strategies in urban environments.
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