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Current Air Quality

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5/24

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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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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
High
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is high. Keep your windows closed and change clothing after returning to the indoors.
Ragweed Pollen
Low
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.
Mold
Low
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.
Grass Pollen
Moderate
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is moderate. Be sure to keep your windows and doors closed.
Dust & Dander
Moderate
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is moderate. Closing your windows on windy days can help prevent outside dust or dander from getting into your home.
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
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
Moderate
The risk of asthma symptoms is moderate.
Fishing
Great
Fishing conditions are great. Find an area with less boat or human activity to avoid areas where fish are hiding.
Running
Great
Conditions for running are great. Be sure to warm up and cool down adequately.
Golf
Ideal
Conditions for golfing are ideal.
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
Great
Conditions for hiking are great. Wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing.
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
Fair
Composting conditions are fair. All materials you add should be shredded or broken into smaller pieces.
Outdoor Entertaining
Ideal
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be ideal. Be sure to wear sunscreen when spending time outdoors.
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
Moderate
The risk for mosquito activity are moderate. Eliminate any standing water on your property where mosquitoes can breed.
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
Moderate
The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave garbage or food open and unattended.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/24
83°Hi
RealFeel® 92°
Sunny and warmer

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/24
53°Lo
RealFeel® 54°
Patchy clouds

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/25
74°/ 51°
RealFeel® 81°
Mostly sunny and pleasant

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