Antigua and Barbuda is currently grappling with its 22nd wave of Saharan dust this year, as confirmed by the Meteorological Service in an air quality bulletin released on Sunday afternoon. The advisory, issued at 3:00 p.m., classified the air quality as moderate, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) ranging between 51 and 80. This condition is expected to persist until Monday, posing potential health risks to certain vulnerable groups. While the majority of the population faces minimal health threats, individuals with pre-existing conditions such as asthma, heart or respiratory issues, as well as children and the elderly, are advised to take precautionary measures. Officials have recommended limiting prolonged outdoor activities, especially during peak dust hours, as the fine particles in the dust plume can exacerbate breathing difficulties. The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service is actively monitoring the situation and will provide ongoing updates through its website and social media channels. This recurring phenomenon underscores the broader environmental challenges posed by Saharan dust, which continues to impact air quality in the region.