An Air Quality Alert for smoke has been issued by Southwest Clean
Air Agency until 1 PM PDT Friday. Smoke from wildfires in the area is
forecast to mix down to the surface, which will cause air quality to
reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups at times through Friday
morning.
All sensitive groups should limit spending any time outdoors.
People with health conditions may have worsened symptoms. Healthy
people may start to have symptoms.
Wildfire smoke can cause burning eyes, sore throat, headache,
coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and worsening of heart
and lung conditions.
For current current air quality conditions, health precautions,
and additional information on wildland fire smoke, visit the
Southwest Clean Air Agency website at swcleanair.gov or the
Washington Smoke Blog at http://wasmoke.blogspot.com. You may also
contact your local air quality agency.
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires in
Oregon.
* WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties.
* WHEN...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT FRIDAY.
* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some
medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects
include infants, young children, people with heart or lung
disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on
weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information
Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free
OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
The Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality
Alert...IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
A Smoke Air Quality Alert has been issued. Wildfires burning in the
region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to
reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes...runny nose...aggravate
heart and lung diseases...and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information about air quality is on the Washington Department of
Ecology Web site at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-
6000.
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory...IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING.
A Smog Air Quality Advisory has been issued. Ozone pollution is
expected to reach levels this afternoon that could be unhealthy for
sensitive groups, including children, pregnant people, older adults
and people with heart disease or respiratory conditions. Health
officials recommend sensitive groups limit outdoor activity when
pollution levels are high.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory...IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT FRIDAY.
A Smoke Air Quality Advisory has been issued. Wildfires burning in
the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air
quality to reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes...runny nose...aggravate
heart and lung diseases...and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
The Southwest Clean Air Agency and the Oregon Department of
Environmental Quality have issued an Air Quality Advisory,
which is in effect until 8 PM PDT Thursday.
An Air Quality Advisory for smoke and ozone has been
issued. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted
conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels due to
smoke and ozone at times through 8 PM PDT Thursday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.swcleanair.gov
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and the Lane
Regional Air Protection Agency has continued an Air Quality
Advisory for eastern Lane County, which is in effect until 1 PM PDT
Friday.
An Air Quality Advisory for smoke remains in effect. Wildfires
burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause
air quality to reach unhealthy levels at times through 1 PM PDT
Friday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
www.lrapa.org
The Southwest Clean Air Agency and the Oregon Department of
Environmental Quality have issued an Air Quality Advisory,
which is in effect until 8 PM PDT Thursday.
An Air Quality Advisory for smoke and ozone has been
issued. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted
conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels due to
smoke and ozone at times through 8 PM PDT Thursday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.swcleanair.gov
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM PDT THURSDAY FOR
HAINES 6 WITH EXISTING FIRE FOR THE WARNER PEAK WILDFIRE...
* IMPACTS...Hot, dry, and unstable conditions may lead to plume
dominated conditions and rapid fire spread.
* AFFECTED AREA...The Warner Peak Wildfire in FWZ 625.
* HAINES...6 (High).
* WIND...West 8 to 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity 10 to 15 percent.
* DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM PDT THURSDAY FOR
HAINES 6 WITH EXISTING FIRE FOR THE WARNER PEAK WILDFIRE...
* IMPACTS...Hot, dry, and unstable conditions may lead to plume
dominated conditions and rapid fire spread.
* AFFECTED AREA...The Warner Peak Wildfire in FWZ 625.
* HAINES...6 (High).
* WIND...West 8 to 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity 10 to 15 percent.
* DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate to isolated major risk of
heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington.
* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 9 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of elevated smoke and haze are expected
to move over western Washington Thursday and Friday. This could
result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related
illness.
* WHERE...Lower Chehalis Valley Area and Southwest Interior.
* WHEN...From noon to 9 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of elevated smoke and haze are expected
to move over western Washington Thursday and Friday. This could
result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and the Lane
Regional Air Protection Agency has continued an Air Quality
Advisory for eastern Lane County, which is in effect until 1 PM PDT
Friday.
An Air Quality Advisory for smoke remains in effect. Wildfires
burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause
air quality to reach unhealthy levels at times through 1 PM PDT
Friday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
www.lrapa.org
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires in
Oregon.
* WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties.
* WHEN...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT FRIDAY.
* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some
medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects
include infants, young children, people with heart or lung
disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on
weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information
Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free
OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory...IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT FRIDAY.
A Smoke Air Quality Advisory has been issued. Wildfires burning in
the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air
quality to reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes...runny nose...aggravate
heart and lung diseases...and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires in
Oregon.
* WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties.
* WHEN...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT TODAY.
* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some
medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects
include infants, young children, people with heart or lung
disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on
weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information
Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free
OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Colville Confederated Tribes
An Air Quality Alert continues for all of Okanogan County until
further notice, due to expected smoke from nearby and regional
wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy and
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels.
Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: When air quality is Unhealthy,
everyone should reduce exposure. When air quality is Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and
follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for
symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure.
Agricultural and outdoor burning restrictions are in effect.
* IMPACTS...Hot, dry, and unstable conditions may lead to plume
dominated conditions and rapid fire spread.
* AFFECTED AREA...The Warner Peak Wildfire in FWZ 625.
* HAINES...6 (High).
* WIND...Northwest up to 10 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity as low as 9 percent.
* DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Hot, dry, and unstable conditions may lead to plume
dominated conditions and rapid fire spread.
* AFFECTED AREA...The Warner Peak Wildfire in FWZ 625.
* HAINES...6 (High).
* WIND...Northwest up to 10 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity as low as 9 percent.
* DETAILEDURL...View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Colville Confederated Tribes
An Air Quality Alert continues for all of Okanogan and Ferry
Counties, as well as the Colville Reservation until
further notice, due to expected smoke from nearby and regional
wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy and
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels.
Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: When air quality is Unhealthy,
everyone should reduce exposure. When air quality is Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and
follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for
symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure.
Agricultural and outdoor burning restrictions are in effect.