Courtenay - Air Quality Health Index

Current

Observed at: 1:00 AM PDT Saturday 18 May 2013

1Low Risk

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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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: 5:00 PM PDT Friday 17 May 2013

Friday night
2 - Low Risk
Saturday
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, or your physician.

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

Did you know...?

Canada is the 2nd highest per capita emitter of greenhouse gases in the world, and our emissions are growing by 1.5% every year.

The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services and the B.C. Lung Association.