Annual fluctuations of Pm10 particles in air of Vladivostok city

Results of annual ecological and hygienic monitoring of the content of fine PM10 dust in the territory of Vladivostok are presented. It is established that the situation with pollution by fine dust in Vladivostok isn't stable and has the features: the greatest concentration of dust are observed during the spring period, especially during emergence of dust storms in the territory of neighboring states, influence of a temperature gradient and increase of humidity of the air environment also takes place. Existence in dust of particles of both natural and anthropogenous origin is revealed. When carrying out further researches it is necessary to pay special attention to the contents and forms of heavy metals presence and assessment of ecological, hygienic and toxicological effects.