Air Quality Summary Report - Chelan and Methow Valley Fires Monday, August 24, 2015
Prepared by: Carolyn Kelly, Air Resource Advisor Trainee (ckelly8384@gmail.com)
Andrea Holland, Air Resource Advisor (andreahollandsears@gmail.com)
Note:
The Manson monitoring site has been inoperative for the last week caused by a
malfunction in the instrument. Please
refer to information provided from the Chelan monitor for estimating impacts
to Manson.
Monday:
Greater fire activity is expected
again today. Chelan will see varying levels of smoke throughout the day with
higher concentrations in the evening into tomorrow. After heavier periods of smoke in the
morning, Manson may see some increased visibility in the afternoon but heavy
smoke may return in the evening. Leavenworth and Wenatchee will start off at
higher levels but may see some decrease as the day goes on. Smoke will be
heaviest in Twisp and Winthrop in the morning with some decreases in the late
evening into tomorrow, but remaining unhealthy.
Tuesday: Chelan,
Manson, Winthrop, and Twisp are not likely to see much relief from smoke. Leavenworth
and Wenatchee areas should see a decrease in smoke.
Wednesday: Smoke may lift but still be prevalent for Chelan,
Winthrop, and Twisp areas. Leavenworth and Wenatchee areas may see an
increase in smoke throughout the day.
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Site
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August 24
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August 25
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August 26
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Comments
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Chelan
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Unhealthy
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Unhealthy
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USG
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Manson
will see heavier concentrations compared to Chelan. Expect to see varying
levels of smoke throughout the day.
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Winthrop
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Unhealthy
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Unhealthy
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Unhealthy
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Twisp
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Unhealthy
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Unhealthy
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Unhealthy
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Leavenworth
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Unhealthy
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Moderate
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Moderate
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Conditions
may change based on fire activity.
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USG
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Wenatchee
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Unhealthy
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Moderate
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Moderate
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Conditions
may change based on fire activity.
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USG
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Disclaimer:
Conditions may change quickly. These predictions are based on anticipated
weather and fire activity. The air
quality outlook is based on data from automated instruments that have not
been subjected to a quality assurance review. AQI’s estimated for sites with
air monitors.
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Index Levels of Health
Concern
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Actions Recommended by WA
Department of Ecology to Reduce Smoke Exposure
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Good
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None
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Moderate
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People with asthma, respiratory infection,
diabetes, lung or heart disease, or have had a stroke should limit outdoor
activities or do activities that take less effort, such as walking instead of
running.
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Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
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Sensitive groups include people with
heart or lung disease, asthma, diabetes, infants, children, adults older than
65, pregnant women, or who have had a stroke.
These people should limit time spent outdoors.
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Unhealthy
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Everyone
should limit time spent outdoors, avoid exercising outside (including sports
teams) and choose non-strenuous indoor activities. Those with asthma,
respiratory infection, diabetes, lung or heart disease, or have had a stroke
should stay indoors as should iInfants, children, pregnant women and adults
over age 65.
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Very Unhealthy
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Everyone
should stay indoors, do only light activities, and keep windows closed if it
is not too hot. Run air conditioners on re-circulate and close the outside
air intake. Use indoor air cleaners with HEPA filters, if available. If you
must be outdoors, wear an N-95 respirator mask. People with chronic diseases
should check with their health care provider before wearing a mask.
Check
with your local health department for health information. People with asthma,
lung and heart disease, or have had a stroke should check with their health
care provider for advice about leaving the area. Anyone with shortness of
breath, wheezing, chest pain, heart palpitations, extreme fatigue, or
difficulty moving or speaking should call their health care provider or call
911.
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Hazardous
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Everyone
should stay indoors, do only light activities, and keep windows closed if it
is not too hot. Run air conditioners on re-circulate and close the outside
air intake. Use indoor air cleaners with HEPA filters, if available. If you
must be outdoors, wear an N-95 respirator mask. People with chronic diseases
should check with their health care provider before wearing a mask.
Check
with your local health department for health information. People with asthma,
lung and heart disease, or have had a stroke should check with their health
care provider for advice about leaving the area. Anyone with shortness of
breath, wheezing, chest pain, heart palpitations, extreme fatigue, or
difficulty moving or speaking should call their health care provider or call
911.
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