Air Quality Alert for Kittitas, WA
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What you need to know
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- Kittitas
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What is happening
The Washington State Department of Ecology has issued an Air Quality Alert until noon PDT today. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Kittitas County through Friday August 28 at noon due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy to Sensitive...
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Bulletin details
The Washington State Department of Ecology has issued an Air Quality Alert until noon PDT today. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Kittitas County through Friday August 28 at noon due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy to Sensitive GroupFridays to Unhealthy levels for areas directly downwind from active fires, especially overnight and during the early morning hours. Be sure to check air monitors in your area before outdoor activities. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid, strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000.
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Air Quality Alert issued August 28 at 10:38AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Pendleton OR. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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