The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services has issued a moderate air quality bulletin as another surge of Saharan dust affects the country.

According to the advisory issued at 8:30 p.m. Friday, air quality levels are being impacted by particulate matter linked to what officials described as the sixth notable Saharan dust event affecting Antigua and Barbuda in 2026.

The air quality index was placed between 51 and 65, with an Air Pollution Alert Level of II. The bulletin states that while the health risk remains low for most people, individuals who are unusually sensitive to poor air quality — including asthmatics, people with respiratory or heart disease, children and the elderly — could face increased health concerns.

The Meteorological Service said air quality is considered acceptable overall, but warned that active adults, children and persons with respiratory illnesses should limit prolonged outdoor exertion while the dust haze remains over the country.

The advisory remains in effect until Saturday night.

Residents are being encouraged to monitor updates from the Meteorological Service and local media outlets for further developments.