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Current Air Quality

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6/2

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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
Moderate
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is moderate.
Ragweed Pollen
High
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is high. Ensure your windows and doors are closed.
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
Moderate
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.
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
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
Great
Fishing conditions are great. Find an area with less boat or human activity to avoid areas where fish are hiding.
Running
Fair
Conditions for running are fair. Stay hydrated to make your run easier.
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
Fair
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are fair. Temperatures tend to be highest in the mid-afternoon if the day is on the cooler side.
Stargazing
Fair
Conditions for stargazing are fair. On cloudy nights, you may still be able to see the moon and some brighter stars, depending on the season.
Hiking
Good
Conditions for hiking are good. Stay hydrated and bring enough water to last the entire hike.
Lawn Mowing
Fair
Conditions for lawn mowing are fair. Be sure only to cut off 1/3 of the total height of your grass when mowing.
Composting
Good
Composting conditions are good. Make sure you frequently add water to your compost to keep it moist.
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
Good
Conditions for driving are good. Stay alert of any changes to the weather forecast.
Mosquitos
High
The risk for mosquito activity are high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects.
Indoor Pests
Very High
The risk for pest activity is high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter bites.
Outdoor Pests
Very High
The risk for pest activity is high. Consider insect bait to protect your lawn & gardens.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

6/2
88°Hi
RealFeel® Sun 96°
A thunderstorm around

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

6/2
66°Lo
RealFeel® 65°
A thunderstorm around early

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

6/3
90°/ 67°
RealFeel® Sun 93°
Mostly sunny and very warm

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