Air Quality
Think air pollution isn't a problem?
Kansas
City's air isn't always healthy. During warmer months, a pollutant called ground-level
ozone can reach
concentrations that are unhealthy for everyone, but especially people with
respiratory illnesses.
Ground-level ozone forms when emissions from motor vehicles, lawn mowers, power plants and industry react with heat and sunlight. Over half of all ozone pollution is formed as a result of everyday people doing everyday things.
This means that you have the power to clear the air! In fact, thousands of Kansas City area residents are doing just that. By taking a few simple steps, they are reducing pollution, saving money and saving time. And, most importantly, they’re protecting their health.
Raise your AirQ!
Having a high "AirQ" means being informed about air quality issues and to making air-conscious decisions.
To raise your AirQ:
- Check the SkyCast to see if an Ozone Alert has been issued. If a high ozone concentration has been forecast, take precautions for your family’s health. The SkyCast is available on this Web site at 3 p.m. daily from April 1 to Oct. 31.
- Take action to reduce the number of Ozone Alert days in Kansas City. On this site, you can learn how your actions have an impact.
- Learn more. The more you learn about air quality, the more prepared you'll be when faced with choices that affect your health and our region’s environment.