Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Colville Confederated Tribes
Environmental Protection Agency
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Adams, Asotin, Chelan,
Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille,
Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman Counties until further notice due to
current and expected smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter
(PM2.5) may reach Very Unhealthy levels for areas directly downwind
from active wildfires. Other areas may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive
Groups or worse. Intermittent clearing may occur due to windy
conditions, but smoke production continues to be significant.
When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure.
Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips
for cleaner indoor air. When air quality is Very Unhealthy, everyone
should reduce exposure. Stay inside and filter indoor air to keep it
cleaner. Go elsewhere for cleaner air, if needed.
Varoitus voimassa ti klo 2:33 - ke klo 3:15
