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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: in the Coachella Valley. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and local weather conditions.
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WHEN: until late Saturday night.
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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...in the Coachella Valley. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and local weather conditions. * WHEN...until late Saturday night. * 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.
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.
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WHAT: Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
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WHERE: Riverside County Mountains above 5,500 feet.
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WHEN: From 9 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
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IMPACTS: Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains above 5,500 feet. * WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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WHAT: Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
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WHERE: Apple and Lucerne Valleys, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
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WHEN: Until 11 PM PDT 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 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Apple and Lucerne Valleys, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT 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.
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