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Current Air Quality

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12/10

AQI

Poor

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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

Low

The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.

Mold

Low

The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.

Grass Pollen

Low

The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.

Dust & Dander

High

The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is high. Be sure you're vacuuming with a HEPA-approved filter.

Arthritis

Low

The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is low.

Sinus Pressure

High

The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is high. Taking a hot shower may help ease sinus pressure.

Common Cold

Low

The risk of catching a cold is low.

Flu

Low

The risk of catching the flu is low.

Migraine

Moderate

The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is moderate.

Asthma

High

The risk of asthma symptoms is high. Be sure to use HEPA filters in your home to cut down on indoor asthma triggers.

Fishing

Poor

Fishing conditions are poor.

Running

Fair

Conditions for running are fair. Stay hydrated to make your run easier.

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

Good

Conditions for stargazing are good. Be sure to move away from city lights or turn off nearby lights, including indoor and outdoor lights.

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

Poor

Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.

Outdoor Entertaining

Poor

Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be poor. Consider moving your party indoors or under some form of cover.

Air Travel

Ideal

Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.

Driving

Fair

Conditions for driving are fair. Keep up with your car maintenance, such as inspecting your windshield wipers and checking your tire treads.

Mosquitos

Low

The risk for mosquito activity are low.

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

Moderate

The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave garbage or food open and unattended.

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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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