Lompoc South H Street
42 AQI
Good AQI
🌫 PM2.542.0
🌬 PM1016.0
☀️ O₃22.4
📖 What Each Pollutant Tells You
Each pollutant plays a unique role in determining air quality. Here's what the values above actually mean for your health and environment:
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🌫 PM2.5 (Fine Particulate Matter):
Microscopic particles that go deep into the lungs. Long exposure can worsen asthma, heart issues, and
respiratory illnesses.
Safe: 0–30 | Caution: 31–60 | Hazard: 90+ -
🌬 PM10 (Coarse Particulates):
Larger dust and pollen particles. Can irritate the eyes, throat, and cause coughing or short breath.
Safe: 0–50 | Moderate: 51–100 | Poor: 101+ -
💨 NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide):
A key traffic-related pollutant. High levels are linked to reduced lung function and increased hospital
visits.
Safe: 0–40 μg/m³ | Moderate: 41–80 | Risky: 81+ -
🛢 CO (Carbon Monoxide):
Released from incomplete combustion (vehicles, stoves). In high concentrations, it limits oxygen to vital
organs.
Safe: 0–1 mg/m³ | Elevated: 1.1–2 | Unsafe: 2.1+ -
☀️ O₃ (Ozone):
Formed by chemical reactions in sunlight. While good in the upper atmosphere, ground-level O₃ is harmful to
lungs.
Acceptable: 0–50 | Moderate: 51–100 | Dangerous: 101+ -
🏭 SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide):
Produced by burning coal or oil. Short-term exposure irritates the eyes, nose, and throat. Long-term effects
can damage lungs.
Safe: 0–40 | Moderate: 41–80 | Risky: 81+
Note: Children, older adults, and people with respiratory conditions should reduce outdoor
exposure when pollutant levels cross into the caution zone.
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🤔 FAQs About Lompoc South H Street Air Quality
The AQI at Lompoc South H Street is 42, classified as
Good.
Air quality is healthy and safe for all.
PM2.5 at this station is 42.0, classified as
Satisfactory. Fine particles like these can enter your lungs and bloodstream,
especially dangerous for people with asthma or heart issues. Avoid outdoor exercise if levels exceed 60
µg/m³.
PM10 is currently 16.0 at Lompoc South H Street, labeled
Good. This indicates presence of coarse dust and pollen. If you're
sensitive to dust or allergens, consider wearing a mask or avoiding dusty areas.
O₃ level is 22.4. While ozone protects us high in the atmosphere, ground-level
ozone is harmful, especially during hot afternoons. It can trigger coughing and lung discomfort.
Data was last refreshed at 2025-08-22 19:00:00. Some stations update hourly;
others may lag. Always check timestamp before taking action.
📊 Data Source Attribution
Air quality data provided by the World Air Quality Index (WAQI) project and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), sourced via data.gov.in.