Abstract
The study of noise pollution (NSP) is an important subject due to its environmental and health impacts. If the levels of noise prove to be above health criteria, there is a possibility that they may contribute to short- and long-term physiological & psychologically harmful effects. This study aimed to determine the spatial & temporal levels of NSP produced during the Nowruz festival (NZFS) in Duhok city (DKC), Iraq, for 4 consecutive years (2016–2019) and compare the noise levels during these periods. Also, to identify possible sources of noise to assist in the analysis of NSP problematic areas & determine if city noise criteria are exceeded. The noise level measurements were conducted using a sound level meter in 3 different areas of DKC. On Nowruz Eve, 2019, noise reached 102, 92.6, & 70.2 dB in residential, commercial, and silence zones, respectively. The overall study suggests that the city is gradually hurtling towards a high-noise ambience. Most of the results obtained in this work are above the limits allowed both internationally (i.e., the WHO) & locally. This is due to certain erroneous practices in daily activities during NZFS, the spread of electrical generators, as well as heavy traffic in the city. Also, this work could be help to publicize awareness about NSP among the people.
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