The highest AQ index in North Carolina (as of 14:00 EST) is currently the Carteret County area. Ozone (OZONE) is measuring at 35 (Good). This means air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
Over the next few days, the highest Particle Pollution (PM2.5) will be in the Alexander County area. It is forecasted to be Moderate, meaning air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
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| Category | Good | Moderate | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups | Unhealthy | Very Unhealthy | Hazardous |
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Below is a list of counties in North Carolina. Click on any county below and you'll get a list of cities where we provide AQ index forecasts.