Halifax Downtown - Air Quality Health Index
2Low Risk
Moderate Risk
(4-6)
High Risk
(7-10)
Very High Risk
At-Risk Population:
- Enjoy your usual outdoor activities.
- Find out if you are at risk
General Population:
- Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.
Tuesday night
Wednesday
Wednesday night
Thursday
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 Nova Scotia Environment.
Visit the national AQHI Web site to learn more about the AQHI.
Did you know...?
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The AQHI is an initiative between Environment Canada, Health Canada, Nova Scotia Environment, and The Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness in partnership with the Lung Association of Nova Scotia and Clean Nova Scotia.
Observed ConditionsFootnote †
2 - Low Risk
Calculated at:
2:00 AM AST Wednesday 25 December 2024
Forecast Maximums
Issued at:
5:00 PM AST Tuesday 24 December 2024
The AQHI is an initiative between Environment Canada, Health Canada, Nova Scotia Environment, and The Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness in partnership with the Lung Association of Nova Scotia and Clean Nova Scotia.
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