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AQI

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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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Tree Pollen
Low
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.
Ragweed Pollen
High
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is high. Ensure your windows and doors are closed.
Mold
Moderate
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is moderate. Be sure to prevent mildew and indoor mold in your home's basement, bathrooms, and laundry room.
Grass Pollen
Low
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.
Dust & Dander
Low
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is low.
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
Moderate
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is moderate.
Asthma
Moderate
The risk of asthma symptoms is moderate.
Fishing
Fair
Fishing conditions are fair.
Running
Ideal
Conditions for running are ideal.
Golf
Great
Conditions for golfing are great. Stay hydrated when spending time in the sun.
Biking & Cycling
Ideal
Conditions for cycling are ideal.
Beach & Pool
Good
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are good. Be sure to wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing when spending time outdoors.
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
Ideal
Conditions for hiking are ideal. Plan your route with enough time to finish before sundown.
Lawn Mowing
Ideal
Conditions for lawn mowing are ideal. Try to water your grass at least one inch every week to keep it strong in case of a drought.
Composting
Poor
Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.
Outdoor Entertaining
Good
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be good. Make sure you have shade available, so guests do not overheat.
Air Travel
Ideal
Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.
Driving
Ideal
Conditions for driving are ideal.
Mosquitos
Low
The risk for mosquito activity are low.
Indoor Pests
High
The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near 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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