Worst Air Quality Ever in Columbus | Columbus News

Columbus hit a record-breaking air quality low Friday, July 17th, with a hazardous index of 554—worse than any since 1999—thanks to Canadian wildfire smoke. Combined with a heat wave spiking ozone levels, the air reached “very unhealthy” at 295 earlier in the week. The Ohio EPA issued statewide advisories. Smoke can irritate eyes and throats, and poses serious risks for kids, seniors, and those with respiratory issues. Rain and a cold front Saturday may help clear the air, though rain could bring smoky odors closer to ground level. Stay indoors with windows shut; if you must go out, wear an N95 mask. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dc92595174d1c889