North Okanagan - Air Quality Health Index

Observed ConditionsFootnote †

  • Past 24 hr
    • Calculated at: 10:00 PM PDT Monday 17 March 2025

    2Low Risk




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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

  • Next 24 hr
  • Health Message
    • Issued at: 5:00 PM PDT Monday 17 March 2025

    Monday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Tuesday

    3 - Low Risk

    Tuesday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Wednesday

    2 - Low 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, your physician, or your local health authority.

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

    Did you know...?

    Exposure to air pollution may cause healthy people to experience irritated eyes, increased mucus in the nose or throat, coughing or difficulty breathing, especially during exercise.


    The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services, the B.C. Lung Association, the Interior Health Authority, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, and the City of Vernon.