Air Quality and Protection

What is the air quality index?

• The amount of particulate matter in the air

• The level of risk to your health

• The measurement of ozone and nitrogen dioxide

• The scale of 1 to 10 plus

What does the air quality index number represent?

• The amount of particulate matter less than 2.5 micrometers in size

• The level of risk to your health

• The measurement of ozone and nitrogen dioxide

• The scale of 1 to 10 plus

What does an air quality index of 0 to 50 mean?

• Good air quality

• Moderate air quality

• Poor air quality

• Very high risk air quality

What does an air quality index of 50 to 150 mean?

• Good air quality

• Moderate air quality

• Poor air quality

• Very high risk air quality

What does an air quality index over 150 mean?

• Good air quality

• Moderate air quality

• Poor air quality

• Very high risk air quality

What is the air quality Health index used for?

• Measuring particulate matter in the air

• Determining the level of risk to your health

• Calculating the amount of ozone and nitrogen dioxide

• Simplifying air quality measurements

What should people do if air quality index levels are in the middle?

• Avoid exercise or strenuous activity outdoors

• Stay indoors and keep windows closed

• Wear a mask like an n95

• Get an air purifier with a good filter

What should people do if air quality index levels are in the upper third?

• Avoid exercise or strenuous activity outdoors

• Stay indoors and keep windows closed

• Wear a mask like an n95

• Get an air purifier with a good filter

What is recommended when there are Smog warnings in place?

• Avoid exercise or strenuous activity outdoors

• Stay indoors and keep windows closed

• Wear a mask like an n95

• Get an air purifier with a good filter

What are symptoms to watch out for if you choose to go outside in bad air quality?

• Coughing and throat irritation

• Headache and dizziness

• Fever and fatigue

• Nausea and vomiting