Air quality across Antigua and Barbuda is expected to remain good through Thursday despite minimal levels of Saharan dust and smoke in the atmosphere.
The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service said Tuesday that the Air Quality Index is forecast to range between 30 and 50, based on concentrations of fine particulate matter known as PM2.5 and PM10.
The bulletin placed the country at Alert Level I and said the current conditions are not expected to pose any health risks.
“No action is required,” the Meteorological Service said.
People with respiratory or heart disease, older adults and children are generally considered most vulnerable to poor air quality. However, the agency said no adverse health effects are anticipated under the present conditions.
Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring official updates from the Meteorological Service.
Saharan Dust Air Quality Bulletin Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service
2:15 pm Tuesday 21 July 2026
Air Quality Index (AQI) Based on Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration
Location: Antigua and Barbuda
Air quality category: Good
Timing: Until Thursday.
Synopsis: Minimal Saharan dust/smoke and/or PM2.5 and PM10 at present. No action is required.
Alert Level: I
Air quality index: 30 to 50
Sensitive groups: People with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children are the
groups most at risk.
Health implications: None.
Caution: No action is required.
Stay tuned to updates from the Meteorological Service via the Common Alert Protocol (CAP),
antiguamet.com, X (Twitter), Facebook, YouTube and Instagram @abmetservice. Also, stay tuned
to ABS Radio and TV and other media platforms for updates.
Dale Destin
This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: Air Quality to Remain Good Despite Minimal Saharan Dust.