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Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for today Thursday, August 31, 2017 8:00 am to 8:00 am Friday September 1, 2017.

Today is expected to be in the unhealthy for all and very unhealthy for all range. The Weather Service is forecasting northwest winds today on into the evening and early morning hours tomorrow.  

Due to the northwest winds forecasted for today and tonight, it is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the unhealthy for all and very unhealthy for all range for most of Klamath County, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. The smoke will be coming in from the Miller Complex fire that is south of the Klamath Basin and the High Cascades Complex near Crater Lake, and the North Pelican fire in Rocky Point.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

 

 

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CONTACT: Courtney Vanbragt or Ramona Quinn at 541-882-8846

Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for today Wednesday, August 30, 2017 8:00 am to 8:00 am Thursday August 31, 2017.

Today is expected to be in the unhealthy for all and very unhealthy for all range. The Weather Service is forecasting southwest and northwest winds today on into the evening and early morning hours tomorrow.  

Due to the northwest and southwest winds forecasted for today and tonight, it is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the unhealthy for all and very unhealthy for all range for most of Klamath County, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. The smoke will be coming in from the Miller Complex fire that is south of the Klamath Basin and the High Cascades Complex near Crater Lake, and the North Pelican fire in Rocky Point and the Nalox fire at Algoma and the 97 Hwy.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

 

 

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CONTACT: Courtney Vanbragt or Ramona Quinn at 541-882-8846

Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for today Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:00 am to 8:00 am Wednesday August 30, 2017.

Today is expected to be in the unhealthy for sensitive groups and unhealthy for all range. The Weather Service is forecasting southeast winds until 2:00 pm and then southwest winds today on into the evening and early morning hours tomorrow.  

The southeast winds may help in removing some smoke thought out the day, however  the southwest winds forecasted at approximately 7:00 pm tonight, may bring the smoke right back in. Due to the forecasted southwest winds it is likely that the air quality will stay in the unhealthy for sensitive groups and unhealthy for all range for most of Klamath County, Rocky Point, and Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. The smoke will be coming in from the Miller Complex fire that is south of the Klamath Basin and the High Cascades Complex near Crater Lake, and the North Pelican fire in Rocky Point.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

 

 

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CONTACT: Courtney Vanbragt or Ramona Quinn at 541-882-8846

Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for today Monday, August 28, 2017 8:00 am to 8:00 am Tuesday August 29, 2017.

Today is expected to be in the unhealthy for sensitive groups and unhealthy for all range. The Weather Service is forecasting northwest and southwest winds today on into the evening and early morning hours tomorrow.  

Due to the northwest and southwest winds forecasted for today and tonight, it is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the unhealthy for sensitive groups and unhealthy for all range for most of Klamath County, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. The smoke will be coming in from the Miller Complex fire that is south of the Klamath Basin and the High Cascades Complex near Crater Lake, and the North Pelican fire in Rocky Point.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

 

 

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CONTACT: Courtney Vanbragt or Ramona Quinn at 541-882-8846

Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for today Sunday, August 27, 2017 to 8:00 am Monday August 28, 2017.

August 27 2017 is expected to be in the high moderate to unhealthy for sensitive groups and unhealthy for all range. The Weather Service is forecasting southeast winds today until 2:00 pm, which is expected to keep the Klamath Basin in the Moderate to High Moderate range until 2:00 pm.  Southwest winds are forecasted from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm, which may bring more smoke into the Basin from the Miller Complex fire. The forecast from 7:00 pm Sunday to 8:00 am Monday morning is northwest winds, which may bring smoke into Rocky Point, Chiloquin, Fort Klamath and the Klamath Basin. The smoke will be coming from the High Cascades Complex and the North Pelican fire, through the night and on into the morning.

Due to the northwest winds forecasted for this evening, it is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the high moderate range to unhealthy for sensitive groups and unhealthy for all for most of Klamath County, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. 

Moderate air quality will affect people who may be unusually sensitive to particle pollution. These individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy physical exertion both indoors and outdoors.  Symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath are common signs that one needs to take it easier. For everyone else, it’s fine to continue regular daily activities.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

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Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for Friday, August 25, 2017 to 8:00 am Sunday August 27, 2017.

August 25 and 26, 2017 is expected to be in the high moderate to unhealthy for sensitive groups range. The Weather Service is forecasting southeast winds today until 5:00 pm and northwest winds this evening and on into the early morning hours. The forecast for Saturday is northeast winds until the early afternoon hours and southeast winds until early Sunday morning. The easterly winds may transport some of the smoke out of our area, which may give us some relief from the very high concentrations of smoke we have been experiencing this week.

The Miller Complex south of the basin and both the High Cascades Complex and North Pelican Butte fires in Oregon are affecting air quality.  It is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the high moderate range to unhealthy for sensitive groups for most of Klamath County, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. 

Moderate air quality will affect people who may be unusually sensitive to particle pollution. These individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy physical exertion both indoors and outdoors.  Symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath are common signs that one needs to take it easier. For everyone else, it’s fine to continue regular daily activities.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

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CONTACT: Courtney Vanbragt or Ramona Quinn at 541-882-8846

Klamath County Public Health Wildfire Season Daily Update: Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for Thursday, August 24, 2017 to Friday,

August 25, 2017 is expected to be in the high moderate to unhealthy for all range. The Weather Service is forecasting west by southwest winds for this morning and northwest winds this afternoon and on into the evening.

The Miller Complex south of the basin and both the High Cascades Complex and North Pelican Butte fires in Oregon are affecting air quality.  It is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the high moderate range to unhealthy for sensitive groups for most of Klamath County, and reach unhealthy for sensitive groups to unhealthy for all in the Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. 

Moderate air quality will affect people who may be unusually sensitive to particle pollution. These individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy physical exertion both indoors and outdoors.  Symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath are common signs that one needs to take it easier. For everyone else, it’s fine to continue regular daily activities.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

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Klamath County Public Health Information Officers for the wildfire advisory: Courtney Vanbragt and Erin Schulten at 541-882-8846

 

Klamath County Environmental Health Division Wildfire Season Daily Update/Forecast for Air Quality

 

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- The Air Quality outlook for Wednesday, August 23, 2017, to Thursday, August 24, 2017 is expected to be in the moderate to high moderate range. The Weather Service is forecasting west by southwest winds for today and northwest winds this evening.

The Miller Complex in Northern California, and both the High Cascades Complex and North Pelican Butte fires in Oregon are affecting air quality.  It is anticipated that the air quality conditions will stay in the moderate range for most of Klamath County, and reach unhealthy for sensitive groups  in the Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath areas. 

Moderate air quality means unusually sensitive people: Consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. Watch for symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath. These are signs to take it easier. Everyone else: It’s a good day to be active outside.

Unhealthy air quality means everyone can be affected.  Individuals with lung diseases, such as asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, should follow their health care provider’s advice about prevention and treatment of symptoms. When smoke levels are high enough, even healthy people may experience symptoms. Remember, local smoke levels can rise and fall rapidly, depending on weather factors including wind direction. Anyone can conduct a visual assessment of smoke levels.  To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:  http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors and/or reschedule events.  Klamath County Public Health recommends that everyone reduce all prolonged or heavy exertion taking place both indoors and outdoors. For individuals who are unable to stay indoors, it is advised to take regular breaks from all activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but also on an hourly basis. Smoke may impact one portion of a community but not necessarily another in close vicinity.

If citizens have additional questions or concerns, they can contact Klamath County Public Health for the latest threats to health conditions from smoke.

Klamath County Environmental Health Division Wildfire Season Daily Update/Forecast for Air Quality

 

The Air Quality outlook for Today Monday August 21, 2017, from 8:00 am until 8:00 am Tuesday August 22, 2017 is expected to be in the High Moderate to Unhealthy for sensitive groups range.  The Weather Service is forecasting NE winds for this morning which will keep it clear enough to have a good viewing of the Eclipse. The Weather Service is forecasting NW winds from 11:00 am today to 11:00 am tomorrow,  which will bring additional smoke into our area from the High Cascades Complex fire and the Pelican Butte area that will cause the air quality to stay in the “Unhealthy” range for the Klamath Basin, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath.  Unhealthy Air Quality means everyone can be affected.  Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.  Everyone else should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. Take more breaks during all outdoor activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but on an hourly basis. Smoke may also impact one portion of a community but not another.

To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:

http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

 Public Information Officers for the wildfire advisory: Courtney Vanbragt and Erin Schulten at

541-882-8846

Klamath County Environmental Health Division Wildfire Season Daily Update/Forecast for Air Quality

 

The Air Quality outlook for Today Sunday August 20, 2017, from 8:00 am until 8:00 am Monday August 21, 2017 is expected to be in the Unhealthy for sensitive groups to Unhealthy for all range.  The Weather Service is forecasting NW winds for the next few days, which will bring additional smoke into our area from the High Cascades Complex fire and the Pelican Butte area that will cause the air quality to stay in the “Unhealthy” range for the Klamath Basin, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath.  Unhealthy Air Quality means everyone can be affected.  Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.  Everyone else should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. Take more breaks during all outdoor activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but on an hourly basis. Smoke may also impact one portion of a community but not another.

To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:

http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

 Public Information Officers for the wildfire advisory: Courtney Vanbragt and Erin Schulten at

541-882-8846

 

Klamath County Environmental Health Division Wildfire Season Daily Update/Forecast for Air Quality

 

The Air Quality outlook for Today Friday August 18, 2017, from 8:00 am until 8:00 am Monday August 21, 2017 is expected to be in the Unhealthy for sensitive groups to Unhealthy for all range.  The Weather Service is forecasting NW winds for the next few days, which will bring additional smoke into our area from the High Cascades Complex fire and the Pelican Butte area that will cause the air quality to stay in the “Unhealthy” range for the Klamath Basin, Rocky Point, Chiloquin and Fort Klamath.  Unhealthy Air Quality means everyone can be affected.  Sensitive groups should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.  Consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling.  Everyone else should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. Take more breaks during all outdoor activities.

Weather conditions and smoke levels can vary dramatically during wildfires, not only from one day to the next but on an hourly basis. Smoke may also impact one portion of a community but not another.

To learn how to use visibility to measure risk of health effects:

http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Wildfires-Visibility.aspx

 Public Information Officers for the wildfire advisory: Courtney Vanbragt and Erin Schulten at

541-882-8846

Pictures taken from Vandenberg Rd in Klamath Falls 6:45 am 8/18/2017