Eastern Fraser Valley - Air Quality Health Index

Current

Observed at: 9:00 AM PDT Wednesday 22 May 2013

1Low Risk

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Low Risk
(1-3)
Moderate Risk
(4-6)
High Risk
(7-10)
Very High Risk

At-Risk Population:

General Population:

  • Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.

Forecast Maximums

Issued at: 6:00 AM PDT Wednesday 22 May 2013

Wednesday
2 - Low Risk
Wednesday night
2 - Low Risk
Thursday
2 - Low Risk
Who is at risk?

People with heart and lung conditions are most affected by air pollution.

To find out if you are at risk, consult the health guide, your physician, or your local health authority.

Visit the national AQHI Web site to learn more about the AQHI.

Did you know...?

After a labour dispute shut down an American steel mill, respiratory hospital admissions in children substantially decreased. They increased to pre-strike levels when it ended.

The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services, Metro Vancouver, the B.C. Lung Association, and the Fraser Valley Regional District.