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Current Air Quality

Today

9/22

53

AQI

Poor

The air has reached a high level of pollution and is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Reduce time spent outside if you are feeling symptoms such as difficulty breathing or throat irritation.

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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.

Health & Activities

The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.

The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is moderate. Avoid walking in areas with tall grass or plants.

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.

The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.

The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is low.

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

The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is low.

The risk of catching a cold is low.

The risk of catching the flu is low.

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

The risk of asthma symptoms is low.

Fishing conditions are good. Fishing in the early morning or dusk hours can help you get a catch.

Conditions for running are ideal.

Conditions for golfing are ideal.

Biking & Cycling

Conditions for cycling are ideal.

Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are ideal. Wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing when spending time outdoors.

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

Conditions for hiking are ideal. Plan your route with enough time to finish before sundown.

Conditions for lawn mowing are ideal. Try to water your grass at least one inch every week to keep it strong in case of a drought.

Composting conditions are fair. All materials you add should be shredded or broken into smaller pieces.

Outdoor Entertaining

Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be ideal. Be sure to wear sunscreen when spending time outdoors.

Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.

Conditions for driving are ideal.

The risk for mosquito activity are high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects.

The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave food unattended and clear counters of crumbs.

The risk for pest activity is extremely high. Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, buckets, and in tires where pests can breed.

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 73°

Partly sunny and delightful

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 50°

A little rain late; breezy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 56°

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