Air quality from the explosion of wildfires in the North State has now deteriorated in Nevada County to where it’s considered, at times, to be unhealthy for ALL groups. Gretchen Bennett, the Executive Director of the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District, says it’s the first time that’s happened this year. She says there’s a high concentration of fine particulate matter in the smoke…

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Bennett says the health advisory will stay in effect at least through Friday…

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Bennett says conditions will be reevaluated on Friday. She says whether the air is still considered unhealthy will depend on, in addition to the winds, the progress in putting out the wildfires, which would reduce the amount of smoke. In the meantime, it’s recommended that you minimize outdoor activities, even if you’re healthy. You should stay indoors with doors and windows closed as much as possible. Also, you should keep airways moist and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.