Phoenix Air Quality Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level
On March 6, 2026, air quality in Phoenix, AZ reached an AQI of 108 for PM10, placing it in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category.
Current Air Quality
On March 6, 2026, the reporting area of Phoenix, AZ, recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 108. This reading falls into the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category. The primary pollutant of concern is PM10. Other pollutants measured in the area include Ozone (O3) with an AQI of 41 (Good) and PM2.5 with an AQI of 45 (Good).
What This Means
An AQI level between 101 and 150 is considered Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. This means that while the general public is unlikely to be affected, members of sensitive groups may experience health effects due to the concentration of particulate matter in the air.
Who Should Take Precautions
Groups at higher risk from this level of air pollution include:
- People with heart or lung disease
- Older adults
- Children and teenagers
- People who are active outdoors
What You Should Do
Individuals in sensitive groups should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion. It is recommended to take more breaks and engage in less intense outdoor activities. Watch for symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath. The general public is not significantly affected at this AQI level.
Source
Data provided by EPA AirNow.
Source: EPA Official Notice
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