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AirNow Apps Experiencing Search Issues

2024-04-04

AirNow is experiencing technical issues with the location lookup function in both the iOS and Android versions of the AirNow app. The issue should not affect your saved locations. While we work to resolve the issue, you can find your air quality by selecting “Map” at the bottom of the app or by visiting the AirNow website at https://www.airnow.gov.

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EPA Updates AQI for Particle Pollution

2024-02-07

EPA has updated the Air Quality Index (AQI) for particle pollution, at the same time the Agency updated the annual health-based standard for this harmful pollutant. AirNow will reflect the updates when they become effective -- 60 days after the rule is published in the Federal Register. Read about the AQI updates.

https://www.airnow.gov/announcement/3241

2024 National Air Quality Conference

2024-02-01

EPA will host the National Air Quality Conference (NAQC) as a virtual only event on March 18-21, 2024.

Visit the NAQC webpage to learn more about this event.

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How Ozone is Formed

Ground level ozone, a harmful air pollutant, is formed when pollutants emitted by cars, power plants, industrial boilers, refineries, chemical plants, and other sources react chemically in the presence of sunlight.

How Ozone is Formed

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