Get Outside…with the Air Quality Index! Thursday April
30th
As of Monday April 20, 2015, we have stopped issuing the regular Air Quality and Woodstove use Advisory. We will continue to issue advisories for our schools, agricultural community and residents with respiratory problems when necessary. The Air Quality Advisory will continue through the summer on the following web page www.klamathair.org and by phone message at 541-882-BURN (2876)
The use of non-certified woodstoves and fireplaces as well as certified wood stoves and pellet stoves are allowed countywide until October 15, 2015. Outdoor burning is prohibited inside the Air Quality Zone.
Outdoor or open burning is allowed outside the Air Quality Zone provided the requirements of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Oregon Department of Forestry and the local fire district are met.
Get Outside…with the Air Quality Index! Thursday April
30th
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Let’s say that air quality where
you live is forecast to be orange or red tomorrow. If you’re a runner – even
if you’re healthy – the air quality can be harmful to you. Reduce the
amount of particulate matter you breathe in a few ways: Plan your run
for the morning, when particulate matter (PM 2.5) levels generally are lower;
shorten your run, walk instead, or run on a treadmill indoors, where particulate
matter PM 2.5 levels are lower.
AQI recommendations apply to other
outdoor activities, too – including activities like working in the garden! So
on a poor air quality day, think about doing less-strenuous chores, like
light raking or pruning instead of heavy shoveling or planting. Also, take
more frequent breaks – resting reduces your exposure.
Find your AQI forecast:
Use the Activity Guidelines
to promote both an active lifestyle and air quality health for
children and teenagers.
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