Many of us have been affected by the smoky conditions, whether itchy eyes or a sore throat. This has caused multiple counties to be placed on an air quality alert. This index can be confusing to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The AQI is measured on a scale from 0 to 500, with the lower the number, the healthier the air. (Getty Creative) But many ...

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WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Air Quality Index is used for reporting on the daily air conditions, how clean or polluted the air is, and how it will affect you and your outdoor activities. The ...

Canadian wildfire smoke is affecting air quality in parts of Michigan. The EPA's air quality index (AQI) uses a color-coded scale to inform the public about air quality and associated health risks.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) uses a color-coded scale to inform the public about air pollution levels and potential health risks. Michigan residents can check the AQI through various online resources, ...

The Sacramento region's air quality reached "unhealthy for sensitive groups" level on Thursday morning, according to IQAir.

An air quality advisory is in effect for the Lower Peninsula of Michigan due to wildfire smoke from Canada. Sensitive groups, such as those with respiratory issues, should limit outdoor activities.

After fires destroyed multiple neighborhoods across Los Angeles County, many residents looked up to find blue, smoke-free skies this week. The Air Quality Index (AQI) — which measures the ...