IQAir released updated air quality index (AQI) data for Brevard County on March 15, 2024, showing average PM2.5 levels at 12 micrograms per cubic meter. The data covers the period from January to February 2024 and includes measurements from 12 monitoring stations across the county, including Cape Canaveral, Melbourne, and Titusville. The report highlights that 82% of readings fell within the 'good' AQI range, according to the Environmental Protection Agency's standards. The findings come as Brevard County officials continue to monitor air quality near SpaceX launch sites and the Kennedy Space Center. Local resident Maria Gonzalez, who lives near the Port Canaveral area, said she checks the AQI daily. 'I worry about the launches and how they might affect the air,' she said. 'It’s reassuring to see the data is mostly in the good range.' IQAir's report notes that wind patterns and ocean breezes typically dilute pollutants in the county, but emissions from industrial activity and spacecraft launches can cause temporary spikes. The highest PM2.5 concentration recorded in February was 28 micrograms per cubic meter near the SpaceX Starbase facility, though this value dropped to 18 micrograms by the end of the month. County environmental director James Carter said the data will inform future policies. 'We’re analyzing trends to ensure air quality remains protective of public health,' he said. The full report is available on IQAir’s website and includes comparisons to national averages. Residents can access real-time AQI updates through the county’s environmental dashboard.