Instant Weather Ontario
#AirQuality Update for #Ontario

#ONStorm #ONwx

Very poor air quality due to the #wildfire smoke from #Quebec . Expected to get worse throughout the day.

The AQI indicates potential health risks related to air quality.

Very Unhealthy (AQI 200-300):
Air pollution is at an unsafe level.
The entire population is more likely to be affected.

#Petawawa : 220
#Kingston : 220

Unhealthy (AQI 151-199):
Consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous activities outdoors if you are experiencing symptoms.

#OttawaDowntown : 191
#Cornwall : 190
#Belleville : 185
#Dorset : 184
#ParrySound : 181
#NorthBay : 177
#Peterborough : 177
#Barrie : 166
#Sudbury : 163
#Newmarket : 159
#Oakville : 154

Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (AQI 101-150):
Increased risk for people with heart and lung disease, older adults and children due to presence of particles in the air.

#TorontoEast : 147
#Milton : 144
#Chatham : 142
#WindsorWest : 139
#SaultSteMarie : 134
#Mississauga : 134
#WindsorDowntown : 132
#TorontoWest : 127
#TorontoNorth : 127
#Brampton : 122
#Oshawa : 122
#PortStanley : 102

If you're in an area with unhealthy air quality, consider staying indoors, keeping windows closed, and using air purifiers. If you need to be outdoors, limit your exposure as much as possible.

Continue monitoring the AQI in your area and​ take necessary precautions.

Data from: aqicn ...read more