Summary
Over 600,000 people in El Paso, Texas, were advised to stay indoors due to unhealthy air quality caused by dust and other pollutants. The EPA classified the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 182, which is an "unhealthy" level for the general public.
Key Facts
- The EPA reported El Paso's AQI at 182, indicating unhealthy air conditions.
- The primary pollutant was PM10, small particles that can affect health.
- The National Weather Service noted strong winds causing areas of blowing dust.
- AccuWeather reported an AQI of 155, suggesting sensitive groups avoid outdoor activity.
- Weather Underground reported a lower AQI of 101, still cautioning older adults and children to avoid exertion.
- The EPA expects the air quality in El Paso to improve to "good" by Saturday.
