ST. JOHN’S, Antigua — Air quality across Antigua and Barbuda is forecast to dip into the “moderate” range from Monday morning, Oct. 20, through Tuesday night, Oct. 21, as the season’s 24th notable Saharan dust surge reaches the islands, the Meteorological Services said Sunday.
The advisory, issued 10:30 a.m. Sunday, places the Air Pollution (Alert) Level at II and projects an Air Quality Index between 50 and 80, driven by elevated particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10).
Officials said the health risk remains low for most people, but those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution—including asthmatics—should monitor updates and manage exposure. Sensitive groups such as people with respiratory or heart disease, older adults and children are considered most at risk during the event.
While air is generally acceptable at “moderate” levels, brief symptoms like coughing, throat irritation or shortness of breath can occur in sensitive individuals. The Met Service advises active children and adults, as well as people with asthma or other respiratory conditions, to limit prolonged outdoor exertion until conditions improve.
Residents are encouraged to follow updates from the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services on antiguamet.com and its social platforms, and via ABS Radio and TV. The bulletin was signed by Director Dale Destin.
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