| Air Quality Information
Current Air Quality
Tomorrow’s Air Quality
Air Quality Index in Boise, Idaho
Data courtesy of: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
No matter the color of the daily forecast, there may be periods throughout the day where the air quality is OK and that outdoor activities are acceptable. Always check the current level to make a determination.
What do the Air Quality Colors Indicate?
RED – UNHEALTHY
At Risk Groups – Reduce your exposure:
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Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and minimize outdoor activities.
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Consider doing physical activities inside or rescheduling them.
All Others – Reduce your exposure:
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Choose less strenuous activities (like walking instead of running) so you don’t breathe as hard.
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Minimize the duration of time you are active outdoors.
ORANGE – UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS
At Risk Groups – Reduce your exposure:
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Choose less strenuous activities (like walking instead of running) so you don’t breathe as hard.
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Minimize the duration of time you are active outdoors.
All Others – Enjoy your outdoor activities.
YELLOW – MODERATE
At Risk Groups – Reduce your exposure:
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Choose less strenuous activities (like walking instead of running) so you don’t breathe as hard.
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Minimize the duration of time you are active outdoors.