Air quality in Port of Spain is currently listed as “Orange” or “Sensitive Groups” on the EMA’s Air Quality Index.

The AQI says there is an increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms in sensitive groups and advises those with heart or lung disease, older adults, children, and people with respiratory ailments and allergies to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion.

As at 11am, AQI readings are “Yellow” or “Moderate” in San Fernando and Point Lisas and “Green” or “Good” in Scarborough, Mayaro, Toco and Arima.