WestShore - Air Quality Health Index

Calculated at: 12:00 PM PDT Thursday 28 March 2024

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.

Issued at: 6:00 AM PDT Thursday 28 March 2024

Thursday

3 - Low Risk

Thursday night

3 - Low Risk

Friday

2 - Low Risk

Friday night

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...?

Even low levels of air pollution can negatively affect the health of vulnerable people like seniors, children and people with respiratory or heart problems.


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 Health Services, the Capital Regional District, The City of Colwood, and the B.C. Lung Association.