After Saharan dust surge, air-quality levels across the country should improve later, MET says

The air-quality levels across Antigua and Barbuda are expected to improve
later this afternoon, April 23, from being at very unhealthy levels and
impacting sensitive groups.
 
In a recent Air Quality Bulletin, the Meteorological Services (MET) said the
alert came into effect at about 12:35 p.m. on Monday, April 22.
 
But while the air quality will not be fully back to normal, it will be improving
to moderate levels this afternoon, the Office said.
 

The unhealthy levels were due to particulate matters 2.5 and 10, associated
with a notable surge in Saharan Dust, putting sensitive groups at the highest
risk.

Asthmatics and people with other respiratory issues faced threats of health
problems, including allergies, cardiovascular problems, and eye and skin
irritations.
 
The unhealthy air quality also increased the risk of aggravation for individuals
with heart or lung disease, and premature mortality in persons with cardio-
pulmonary disease and the elderly.
 
Therefore, the MET Office had advised that persons keep windows and doors
closed, as much as possible, and wear a face mask when going outside.