Air Quality Alert: El Paso, TX Reaches Unhealthy Levels for Sensitive Groups
On February 24, 2026, air quality in El Paso, TX reached an AQI of 114, categorized as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups due to elevated PM10 levels.
Current Air Quality
In El Paso, TX, the air quality index (AQI) reached a peak of 114 on February 24, 2026. The primary pollutant of concern is PM10 (particulate matter), which is currently in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category. Other measured pollutants include PM2.5 with an AQI of 57 (Moderate) and Ozone (O3) with an AQI of 36 (Good).
What This Means
An AQI level of 114 falls into the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category. According to standard EPA guidance, this means that members of sensitive groups may experience health effects, though the general public is less likely to be affected.
Who Should Take Precautions
Groups at higher risk include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children. These individuals are more sensitive to the effects of particulate matter in the air and should monitor their activity levels.
What You Should Do
Sensitive groups should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors. While it is generally safe for the public to be active outside, those in sensitive groups should take more breaks, do less intense activities, and watch for symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath.
Source
Data provided by EPA AirNow.
Source: EPA Official Notice