This heatwave also significantly worsens air quality. Sam Longmire is the the Air Pollution Control Specialist with the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District, which includes covers foothill areas. He says the peak of the pollution and smog will likely be Tuesday and Wednesday, assuming there’s no air movement…
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You’re advised to substitute an activity that requires less exertion. Also, avoid exercising near high-traffic areas. Longmire says the main concern is heightened ozone…
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Air quality officials also point out that even parks and beaches can have high ozone days. And with the hot and dry conditions, Cal Fire says these are also No Burn days.
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