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Air Quality Alert
Issued by NWS Tucson, AZ
Issued by NWS Tucson, AZ
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959 AEUS75 KTWC 201527 AQATWC AZC003-220400- Air Quality Alert National Weather Service Tucson AZ 827 AM MST Thu Jun 20 2024 ...PM-10 HIGH POLLUTION ADVISORY FOR COCHISE COUNTY INCLUDING DOUGLAS THROUGH THURSDAY... The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued a PM-10 High Pollution Advisory for Douglas on Thursday. An episode of strong and gusty winds is forecast to generate widespread blowing dust that may result in local PM-10 concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Coarse particulate matter - also known as PM-10 - is an air contaminant that can aggravate heart and lung disease conditions, especially in older adults, children, and those with asthma. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. Consolidate your travel, stabilize loose soils, slow down or avoid travel on dirt roads, reduce or eliminate fireplace use, and avoid using gas-powered lawn equipment. For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/douglas or call 602-771-2300. $$