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

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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 high. Remove your shoes as soon as you return inside.

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 very high. Avoid high-impact exercises and embrace low-impact ones like walking.

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

The risk of catching a cold is high. Using a humidifier can help increase humidity, which may help fight symptoms.

The risk of catching the flu is moderate.

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

The risk of asthma is very high. Use a humidifier to prevent dry air in your home.

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 fair. Be sure to check your flight details to be aware of any delays.

Conditions for driving are poor. Leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you if you have to drive despite weather conditions.

The risk for mosquito activity are high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter mosquito bites.

The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near your home.

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

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

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Tropical Rainstorm Ophelia

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Tropical Rainstorm Ophelia will affect the area this evening to tomorrow afternoon

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A little rain at times

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