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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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The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.

The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.

The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.

The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.

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.

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

The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is moderate. Make sure you stay hydrated.

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 moderate.

Fishing conditions are poor.

Conditions for running are poor. Lightening and extremely cold temperatures are unsafe for outdoor runners.

Conditions for golfing are poor. Do not play if there is a chance of lightning.

Biking & Cycling

Conditions for cycling are poor. Avoid outdoor activity if there is a chance of lightning or in extremely cold temperatures.

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.

Conditions for stargazing are poor.

Conditions for hiking are poor.

Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.

Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.

Outdoor Entertaining

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

Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.

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

The risk for mosquito activity are low.

The risk for pest activity is high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter bites.

The risk for pest activity is low.

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

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Partly cloudy and very cold

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

Partly sunny and much colder

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