What the Air Quality Index Means for Your Health—and How to Stay Safe
Learn what the air quality index (AQI) means, how it impacts your health, and how to stay safe when pollution is high.
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Is the Air Quality Index enough? What the AQI can — and can't — tell you about how healthy the atmosphere is.
The AQI is measured on a scale from 0 to 500, with the lower the number, the healthier the air. (Getty Creative) ...
How scientists rushed to make L.A.’s actual air quality available on your phone
Specialized air quality instruments captured a spike in lead, chlorine, and bromine pollution during the L.A. wildfires.
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Does a ‘good’ Air Quality Index rating mean it’s safe to be outdoors?
Angelenos still bothered by the smell of smoke may be surprised to see that Air Quality Index numbers returned to “healthy” or “moderate” levels this week in L.A. County, but they shouldn ...
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AQI of 494 vs 1,600: Difference in Delhi’s 2 readings explained
NEW DELHI: The average AQI in Delhi on Monday was 494, the second highest daily reading recorded by the Central Pollution Control Board since the measure was introduced in 2015. Yet, international ...
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How to Monitor Air Quality and Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke
Fortunately, the US Environmental Protection Agency has a resource called the Air Quality Index to help monitor air quality. We'll explain how it works and how you can use it to avoid unhealthy ...
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Can You Exercise Outside in Wildfire Smoke? How to Tell if the Air is Safe
Share on Pinterest If you live in an area where you may be exposed to wildfire smoke, check your local Air Quality Index (AQI) before exercising outdoors. Jay L. Clendenin/Getty Images Wildfire ...