With elevated levels of Saharan dust being reported across T&T, persons are being urged to exercise caution.
The EMA says particulate matter data is temporarily unavailable on its website and social media platforms due to ongoing maintenance and critical technical upgrades to monitoring equipment.
It adds however that other credible local monitoring systems are reporting elevated particulate levels consistent with significant Saharan dust activity across the region.
This has caused visibly hazy conditions and a decline in air quality.
Members of the public, particularly older adults, young children, pregnant women, and persons with heart disease, asthma, other respiratory conditions, or allergies, should take immediate precautions:
• Avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity.
• Limit outdoor exposure where possible, keep windows closed, and use prescribed inhalers or medications as directed.
• Individuals experiencing difficulty breathing, chest discomfort, or severe symptoms should seek medical attention promptly.
The EMA says it is working urgently to restore full monitoring capability at all stations in the shortest possible time.
