Oakville - Air Quality Health Index

Current

Observed at: 6:00 PM EDT Saturday 18 May 2013

3Low 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 EDT Saturday 18 May 2013

Saturday night
3 - Low Risk
Sunday
4 - Moderate 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...?

You should limit the use of toxic paints, paint removers, stains, varnishes, waxes, glues, adhesives and cleaners on days when the air quality is high risk.

The AQHI is an initiative between Environment Canada, Health Canada, The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and Halton Region Health Department.