Pictou - Air Quality Health Index
3Low Risk
Moderate Risk
(4-6)
High Risk
(7-10)
Very High Risk
At-Risk Population:
- Enjoy your usual outdoor activities.
- Find out if you are at risk
General Population:
- Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.
Saturday
Saturday night
Sunday
Sunday night
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...?
Transportation accounts for about ¼ of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions and is a major contributor to smog in urban areas.
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.