Yellowknife - Air Quality Health Index

Calculated at: 2:00 AM MDT Saturday 18 May 2024

1Low 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: 5:00 PM MDT Friday 17 May 2024

Friday night

2 - Low Risk

Saturday

2 - Low Risk

Saturday night

2 - Low Risk

Sunday

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, or your physician.

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

Did you know...?

You can play a part in reducing air pollution. Many car trips are less than 3 kilometres: an average person can cycle 3 kilometres in under 15 minutes.


The AQHI is an initiative between Environment Canada, Health Canada and the Government of the Northwest Territories Departments of Environment and Natural Resources and Health and Social Services.