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WHAT: The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of particle pollution from windblown dust.
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WHERE: The Coachealla Valley and San Gorgonio Pass.
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WHEN: 6 PM Sunday to 5 AM Wednesday.
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IMPACTS: Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as asthma attacks, heart and lung disease symptoms, and increased risk of lung infections. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of particle pollution from windblown dust. * WHERE...The Coachealla Valley and San Gorgonio Pass. * WHEN...6 PM Sunday to 5 AM Wednesday. * IMPACTS... Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as asthma attacks, heart and lung disease symptoms, and increased risk of lung infections. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
To protect your health, check air quality levels and act as needed:
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When Air Quality Index (AQI) levels are "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" (orange), sensitive groups as specified above should limit extended or intense outdoor activity.
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When AQI is "Unhealthy" (red), everyone may experience health impacts. Sensitive groups should avoid extended time outdoors.
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When AQI is "Very Unhealthy" (purple), sensitive groups should avoid all outdoor physical activity. Everyone else should avoid extended or intense outdoor activity.
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When AQI is "Hazardous" (maroon), everyone should avoid all outdoor physical activity.
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
To help keep indoor air clean when air quality is poor:
- Keep windows and doors closed
- Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier
- Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have other methods to stay cool
- Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, grilling, and gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment
To help minimize outdoor particle pollution levels:
- Carpool, telecommute, reduce trips, or take public transportation
- Slow down if driving on dirt roads
- Stabilize loose soils
To view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website at aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at https://www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at https://www.aqmd.gov/advisory.
For the latest air quality forecasts and information, visit the website at aqmd.gov.
To protect your health, check air quality levels and act as needed: * When Air Quality Index (AQI) levels are "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" (orange), sensitive groups as specified above should limit extended or intense outdoor activity. * When AQI is "Unhealthy" (red), everyone may experience health impacts. Sensitive groups should avoid extended time outdoors. * When AQI is "Very Unhealthy" (purple), sensitive groups should avoid all outdoor physical activity. Everyone else should avoid extended or intense outdoor activity. * When AQI is "Hazardous" (maroon), everyone should avoid all outdoor physical activity. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... To help keep indoor air clean when air quality is poor: * Keep windows and doors closed * Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier * Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have other methods to stay cool * Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, grilling, and gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment To help minimize outdoor particle pollution levels: * Carpool, telecommute, reduce trips, or take public transportation * Slow down if driving on dirt roads * Stabilize loose soils To view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website at aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.aqmd.gov/advisory. For the latest air quality forecasts and information, visit the website at aqmd.gov.
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WHAT: Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
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WHERE: Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and south central and southern Nevada.
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WHEN: Until 11 PM PDT /11 PM MST/ this evening.
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IMPACTS: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and south central and southern Nevada. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT /11 PM MST/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.
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WHAT: For the desert slopes of the mountains, southwest to west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph. For the deserts, southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 55 mph, locally up to 65 mph through passes.
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WHERE: Apple and Lucerne Valleys, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Diego County Deserts, San Diego County Mountains, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
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WHEN: Until 5 AM PDT Wednesday.
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IMPACTS: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. For the deserts, areas of blowing dust may temporarily restrict visibility.
* WHAT...For the desert slopes of the mountains, southwest to west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph. For the deserts, southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 55 mph, locally up to 65 mph through passes. * WHERE...Apple and Lucerne Valleys, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Diego County Deserts, San Diego County Mountains, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. For the deserts, areas of blowing dust may temporarily restrict visibility.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.
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