Air Quality Alert for King, WA; Kitsap, WA; Pierce, WA +2 more
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An Air Quality Alert has been issued for King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston Counties from 12pm Monday August 3 through 5pm Wednesday August 5 due to expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Air quality conditions are expected to worsen throughout the day today as smoke begins to mix down to the...
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An Air Quality Alert has been issued for King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston Counties from 12pm Monday August 3 through 5pm Wednesday August 5 due to expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Air quality conditions are expected to worsen throughout the day today as smoke begins to mix down to the surface. Particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations may reach UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS. When air quality is UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS, individuals with health concerns and pre-existing conditions should reduce exposure and take precautions. This means limiting time outside, avoiding strenuous activity, and following tips for cleaner indoor air. Visit pscleanair.gov and orcaa.org/news-notices for current conditions, updates, and more information.
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Air Quality Alert issued August 3 at 10:38AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Seattle WA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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