Halifax Downtown - Air Quality Health Index

Observed ConditionsFootnote †

  • Past 24 hr
  • AQHI by Station
    • Calculated at: 10:00 PM AST Saturday 23 November 2024

    2Low Risk




    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
    6
    7
    8
    9
    10
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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 AST Saturday 23 November 2024

    Saturday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Sunday

    2 - Low Risk

    Sunday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Monday

    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 Nova Scotia Environment.

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

    Did you know...?

    Children, the elderly and those with heart or lung disease are most sensitive to the adverse health effects of air pollution.


    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.