The highest AQ index in North Carolina (as of 17:00 EDT) is currently the Forsyth County-Winston-Salem-Greensboro-High Point area. Ozone (OZONE) is measuring at 84 (Moderate). This means air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Over the next few days, the highest Ozone (OZONE) will be in the Mecklenburg County area. It is forecasted to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, meaning members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
| Range | 0 - 50 | 51 - 100 | 101 - 150 | 151 - 200 | 201 - 300 | 301 - 500 |
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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.