Peterborough - Air Quality Health Index

Current

Observed at: 4:00 PM EDT Tuesday 21 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 Tuesday 21 May 2013

Tuesday night
3 - Low Risk
Wednesday
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, or your physician.

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

Did you know...?

Even modest increases in air pollution can cause small but measurable increases in the use of medication, emergency room visits, hospital admissions and premature death.

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