Asthma Australia has pointed out public data showing Gladstone has Queensland’s worst air pollution, experiencing four of the five worst air pollution days across the state this year.
Scientists say this is partly due to control burns in the area but ultimately due to the heavy industrial works in and around the city.
Asthma Australia says they want people to be aware of the high pollution rates so they can actively minimise their risk of respiratory problems like spending more time indoors and avoiding more polluted routes.