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Air Quality Alert
Issued by NWS Spokane, WA
Issued by NWS Spokane, WA
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406 AEUS76 KOTX 062342 AQAOTX Air Quality Alert Message Nez Perce Tribe Relayed by National Weather Service Spokane WA 432 PM PDT Fri Sep 6 2024 IDC061-069-091700- Lewis-Nez Perce- Including the cities of Kamiah, Craigmont, Nezperce, Winchester, Lewiston, Lapwai, Peck, Culdesac, and Gifford 442 PM PDT Fri Sep 6 2024 An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Nez Perce Tribe An Air Quality Alert has been issued for the Nez Perce Reservation due to smoke from wildfires. Wildfire smoke may move in and out of the area depending on fire and wind activity; some areas may be more impacted than others. Air Quality Index has been ranging from UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS to UNHEALTHY. This action will remain in effect until 10 AM PDT Monday, September 9th. Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: Those who experience health effects from smoke include children under 18, elders, pregnant women, people with asthma or have difficulty breathing, diabetes, heart problems or otherwise compromised health, and people who have high exposure (those who work, exercise, or spend extensive time outdoors). Idaho Department of Health and Welfare https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/health-wellness/environmental- health/wildfire-smoke Idaho Smoke Information Hotline: 1-800-345-1007 $$