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Air Quality Health Index
Prince George
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Risk:
Low
(1 - 3)
(1 - 3)
Moderate
(4 - 6)
(4 - 6)
High
(7 - 10)
(7 - 10)
Very High
(Above 10)
(Above 10)
- At-Risk Population:
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- Consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous activities outdoors if you are experiencing symptoms.
- Find out if you are at risk
- General Population:
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- No need to modify your usual outdoor activities unless you experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation.
Forecast Maximums
Issued at 6:00 AM PST Wednesday 8 February 2012
Wednesday
4
Moderate Risk
Moderate Risk
Wednesday night
4
Moderate Risk
Moderate Risk
Thursday
4
Moderate Risk
Moderate 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.
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...?
Running your gas powered lawnmower for 1 hour is equal to driving a new car between 320 and 480 kilometres.
Running your gas powered lawnmower for 1 hour is equal to driving a new car between 320 and 480 kilometres.
The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services and the B.C. Lung Association.
