State of the environment in Damascus today

Traffic congestion

Traffic congestion in the city of Damascus is a common occurrence because:

• The population of Damascus is nearly 4 million inhabitants.
• There is a lack of a reliable public transport system in the city.

These factors have led to traffic congestion on the major roads and in downtown Damascus, resulting in delays in journey times.

Air quality

Air quality in the dense urban environment of Damascus is affected by:

• Massive use of vehicles.
• Construction activities.
• Industrial activities.

Noise levels

Sources of noise in the city of Damascus include:

• Human activities in a dense urban environment (businesses, schools, residences, industries, hospitals, etc.).
• Substantial use of cars, buses, microbuses and taxis.
• Construction activities.