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Air Quality Index Explanation (USA Today)
(usatoday.com) Breaking down Air Quality Index (AQI values) and what they mean:
0-50: Code green air is deemed "good." Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollutants pose little to no risk for human health.
51-100: Code yellow air is considered "moderate." While this air quality is still regarded as "acceptable," some people may begin to experience health impacts, especially those who are sensitive to air pollution.
101-150: Code orange is when the air quality has become unhealthy. This color means concern has reached "unhealthy for sensitive groups." Those who are considered sensitive include those with lung diseases, those who have asthma, older people, children, teenagers and those who are active outdoors, according to the NWS.
151-200: Code red, it is "unhealthy" for everyone. The general public may begin to experience health impacts, while those in sensitive groups will have more serious health effects.
201-300: Code purple is considered "very unhealthy" Health alerts are generally issued during this color, and the health risk has increased for everyone.
300+: Code maroon is the last level and is considered "hazardous." This will usually prompt a health warning, and everyone is likely to be affected.
Retrieved from USA Today News Dated 8 June 2023 (click for full article)
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