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Thursday Afternoon

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Current Air Quality

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AQI

Fair

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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Current Air Quality

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

Moderate

The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.

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

Poor

Fishing conditions are poor.

Running

Fair

Conditions for running are fair. Stay hydrated to make your run easier.

Golf

Poor

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

Biking & Cycling

Poor

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

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

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

Fair

Conditions for hiking are fair. Wear the right gear and watch for slippery surfaces.

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

Poor

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

Air Travel

Ideal

Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.

Driving

Great

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

Mosquitos

Low

The risk for mosquito activity are low.

Indoor Pests

Extreme

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.

Outdoor Pests

Low

The risk for pest activity is low.

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TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

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Rain, some heavy, to affect the area from late tomorrow night into Thursday morning

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Fair

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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