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Air Quality Excellent

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Wind Gusts 2 mph

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Current Air Quality

Today

8/17

AQI

Excellent

The air quality is ideal for most individuals; enjoy your normal outdoor activities.

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Current Air Quality

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

High

The risk of grass pollen symptoms is high. Limit your time outdoors in the early morning and mid-afternoon hours.

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

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

High

The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is high. Keep a journal to track the weather and your migraines. It may help you identify the weather conditions that may trigger a migraine.

Asthma

Moderate

The risk of asthma symptoms is moderate.

Fishing

Fair

Fishing conditions are fair.

Running

Good

Conditions for running are good. Be sure to wear sunscreen and UV-protective activewear.

Golf

Great

Conditions for golfing are great. Stay hydrated when spending time in the sun.

Biking & Cycling

Good

Conditions for cycling are good. Stay hydrated to make the most of your ride.

Beach & Pool

Great

Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are great. Remember to stay hydrated.

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

Good

Conditions for hiking are good. Stay hydrated and bring enough water to last the entire hike.

Lawn Mowing

Good

Conditions for lawn mowing are good. Alternating mowing patterns can help all areas of your lawn grow.

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

Great

Conditions for driving are great. Remain prepared for changing weather by tracking ongoing forecasts.

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

Extremely High

The risk for pest activity is extremely high. Keep windows and doors closed or ensure you have screens when open to prevent entry into 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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