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Air Quality Fair
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Wind Gusts 6 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

8/11

23
AQI

Fair

The air quality is generally acceptable for most individuals. However, sensitive groups may experience minor to moderate symptoms from long-term exposure.

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Our current air quality index (AQI) provides information on the quality of air that you are breathing and its impact on your health. There are at least six different pollutants that we track that impact the cleanliness of air and your health.

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Tree Pollen
Moderate
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is moderate.
Ragweed Pollen
Low
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.
Mold
Moderate
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is moderate. Be sure to prevent mildew and indoor mold in your home's basement, bathrooms, and laundry room.
Grass Pollen
Low
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.
Dust & Dander
Extremely High
The risk of dust and dander symptoms is extremely high. If you suffer from dust and dander allergies, taking allergy medication can help relieve symptoms.
Arthritis
High
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is high. Focus on low-impact aerobic exercises.
Sinus Pressure
Moderate
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is moderate. Make sure you stay hydrated.
Common Cold
Moderate
The risk of catching a cold is moderate.
Flu
Moderate
The risk of catching the flu is moderate.
Migraine
Moderate
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is moderate.
Asthma
Very High
The risk of asthma is very high. Use a humidifier to prevent dry air in your home.
Fishing
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Poor
Conditions for running are poor. Lightening and extremely cold temperatures are unsafe for outdoor runners.
Golf
Poor
Conditions for golfing are poor. Do not play if there is a chance of lightning.
Biking & Cycling
Poor
Conditions for cycling are poor. Avoid outdoor activity if there is a chance of lightning or in extremely cold temperatures.
Beach & Pool
Poor
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are poor. Stay out of the water if there is a chance of lightning. Only swim in water temperatures below 55 degrees if you have the proper gear.
Stargazing
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
Hiking
Poor
Conditions for hiking are poor.
Lawn Mowing
Poor
Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.
Composting
Good
Composting conditions are good. Make sure you frequently add water to your compost to keep it moist.
Outdoor Entertaining
Fair
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be fair. Pay attention to MinuteCast watch for upcoming rain showers.
Air Travel
Fair
Conditions for flying are fair. Be sure to check your flight details to be aware of any delays.
Driving
Poor
Conditions for driving are poor. Leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you if you have to drive despite weather conditions.
Mosquitos
Extremely High
The risk for mosquito activity are extremely high. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when spending time outdoors to prevent bites.
Indoor Pests
Very High
The risk for pest activity is high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter bites.
Outdoor Pests
Extremely High
The risk for pest activity is extremely high. Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, buckets, and in tires where pests can breed.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/11
86°Hi
RealFeel® 90°
Mostly cloudy with a shower

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/11
69°Lo
RealFeel® 67°
Partly cloudy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/12
81°/ 61°
RealFeel® 87°
Mostly sunny and less humid

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