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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.

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 low.

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 moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.

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

The risk of catching a cold is moderate.

The risk of catching the flu is low.

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

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

Outdoor Entertaining

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

Conditions for flying are fair. Be sure to check your flight details to be aware of any delays.

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

The risk for mosquito activity are moderate. Eliminate any standing water on your property where mosquitoes can breed.

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.

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® 52°

Tropical Rainstorm Ophelia

Looking Ahead

Tropical Rainstorm Ophelia will affect the area this afternoon

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 43°

Breezy with rain and drizzle

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 57°

Low clouds may break; breezy

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