Air Quality Alert: El Paso, TX Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

Current Air Quality

On February 13, 2026, the reporting area of El Paso, TX, recorded air quality levels reaching a maximum Air Quality Index (AQI) of 124. The primary pollutant driving this reading is PM10, which is currently in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category.

Additional pollutant readings for the area include:

• PM2.5: 75 (Moderate)
• Ozone (O3): 28 (Good)

What This Means

An AQI value of 124 falls into the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category. This indicates that while the general public is not likely to be affected, individuals with pre-existing health conditions may experience health effects from breathing the air.

Who Should Take Precautions

The following groups are at an increased risk from exposure to PM10 at this level:

• People with heart or lung disease
• Older adults
• Children

What You Should Do

Members of sensitive groups should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors. It is recommended to take more breaks and engage in less intense outdoor activities. The general public is less likely to be affected and can typically continue normal outdoor activities.

Source

Data provided by EPA AirNow.