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Current Air Quality

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12/8

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AQI

Poor

The air has reached a high level of pollution and is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Reduce time spent outside if you are feeling symptoms such as difficulty breathing or throat irritation.

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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
Low
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.
Ragweed Pollen
Low
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.
Mold
Low
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.
Grass Pollen
Low
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.
Dust & Dander
High
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is high. Be sure you're vacuuming with a HEPA-approved filter.
Arthritis
Low
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is low.
Sinus Pressure
High
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is high. Taking a hot shower may help ease sinus pressure.
Common Cold
Low
The risk of catching a cold is low.
Flu
Low
The risk of catching the flu is low.
Migraine
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
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
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Good
Conditions for running are good. Be sure to wear sunscreen and UV-protective activewear.
Golf
Good
Conditions for golfing are good. Wear sunscreen while out on the course.
Biking & Cycling
Good
Conditions for cycling are good. Stay hydrated to make the most of your ride.
Beach & Pool
Poor
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.
Stargazing
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
Hiking
Good
Conditions for hiking are good. Stay hydrated and bring enough water to last the entire hike.
Lawn Mowing
Poor
Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.
Composting
Poor
Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.
Outdoor Entertaining
Fair
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be fair. Pay attention to MinuteCast watch for upcoming rain showers.
Air Travel
Ideal
Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.
Driving
Fair
Conditions for driving are fair. Keep up with your car maintenance, such as inspecting your windshield wipers and checking your tire treads.
Mosquitos
Low
The risk for mosquito activity are low.
Indoor Pests
Very High
The risk for pest activity is high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter bites.
Outdoor Pests
Low
The risk for pest activity is low.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/8
51°Hi
RealFeel® 49°
Clouds and sun; not as cool

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/8
43°Lo
RealFeel® 40°
Low clouds

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/9
58°/ 48°
RealFeel® 54°
Cloudy and mild

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