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Current Air Quality

Today

10/7

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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
Low
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.
Ragweed Pollen
Moderate
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is moderate. Avoid walking in areas with tall grass or plants.
Mold
Low
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.
Grass Pollen
Moderate
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is moderate. Be sure to keep your windows and doors closed.
Dust & Dander
Moderate
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is moderate. Closing your windows on windy days can help prevent outside dust or dander from getting into your home.
Arthritis
Low
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is low.
Sinus Pressure
Moderate
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is moderate. Make sure you stay hydrated.
Common Cold
Low
The risk of catching a cold is low.
Flu
Low
The risk of catching the flu is low.
Migraine
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
Moderate
The risk of asthma symptoms is moderate.
Fishing
Great
Fishing conditions are great. Find an area with less boat or human activity to avoid areas where fish are hiding.
Running
Great
Conditions for running are great. Be sure to warm up and cool down adequately.
Golf
Great
Conditions for golfing are great. Stay hydrated when spending time in the sun.
Biking & Cycling
Great
Conditions for cycling are great. Be sure you have the correct gear to keep your core temperature warm during winter months and cool during hot weather.
Beach & Pool
Great
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are great. Remember to stay hydrated.
Stargazing
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
Hiking
Great
Conditions for hiking are great. Wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing.
Lawn Mowing
Great
Conditions for lawn mowing are great. Ensure you are servicing your mower frequently to keep the blades sharp.
Composting
Fair
Composting conditions are fair. All materials you add should be shredded or broken into smaller pieces.
Outdoor Entertaining
Great
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be great. Pay attention to the mosquito or pest forecast and prepare deterrents.
Air Travel
Ideal
Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.
Driving
Great
Conditions for driving are great. Remain prepared for changing weather by tracking ongoing forecasts.
Mosquitos
Moderate
The risk for mosquito activity are moderate. Eliminate any standing water on your property where mosquitoes can breed.
Indoor Pests
High
The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near your home.
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

10/7
80°Hi
RealFeel® 84°
Breezy this afternoon

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

10/7
47°Lo
RealFeel® 40°
Partly cloudy and breezy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

10/8
61°/ 39°
RealFeel® 61°
Mostly sunny and cooler

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