Air Quality Alert issued August 3 at 10:28AM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
The following message is transmitted in collaboration with the
Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division,
and the Wyoming Department of Health.
* WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke.
* WHERE...Northeast Wyoming.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality due to wildfire smoke.
The Wyoming Department of Health recommends the elderly, young
children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive
physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time.
Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety of pollutants, including
particulate matter and ozone, which can cause respiratory health
effect. Although these people are most susceptible to health
impacts, the Department of Health also advises that everyone should
avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality conditions.
Varoitus voimassa ma klo 19:28 - ti klo 20:00
