The current “Air Quality” level in Trinidad and Tobago has registered as UNHEALTHY on the Air Quality Index (AQI).
This according to the Environmental Management Authority (EMA).
According to the readings taken at the EMA’s Monitoring Stations in Mayaro, Pt Lisas, Port of Spain and San Fernando, respectively, at 9:00am, Thursday 1 February 2024, levels range between 152 – 156 on the AQI. The increase in Particulate Matter (PM) is attributed to Saharan dust.
Everyone, in particular, sensitive groups including older adults, children, individuals with heart or lung disease, respiratory ailments and allergies are strongly advised to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
The EMA, has been obtaining accurate, real-time assessment of ambient air quality at strategic points nationally. The Air Quality
Index (AQI) is a number used by government agencies to communicate to the public how polluted the air currently is, or how polluted it is forecast to become. As the AQI rises, an increasingly large percentage of the population is likely to experience severe adverse health effects.