Air Quality Index

The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a system that communicates how clean or polluted the air is in a specific area. It uses a scale, typically from 0 to 500, where lower values indicate good air quality and higher values indicate worse air quality. Each level corresponds to potential health effects, with categories like "Good," "Moderate," and "Unhealthy." The AQI takes into account various pollutants, such as particulate matter, ozone, and sulfur dioxide, helping people understand air quality and make informed decisions, especially those with respiratory conditions or sensitivities.