Klamath County Public Health

 

The Air Quality Advisory for today Thursday May 2, until noon, tomorrow Friday May 3, IS GREEN

 

               

The Green Advisory Call means:  

 

1.    ALL WOODSTOVES, PELLET STOVES AND FIREPLACES MAY BE USED INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE AQ ZONE as per Klamath County Ordinance 406.100.

2.    Outdoor burning is allowed outside the Air Quality Zone. Check with your local fire district for their open burn permit.

3.    Outdoor burning is prohibited inside the Air Quality Zone.

 

The 2019 Spring Open Burn Window has ended. Outdoor burning inside the Air Quality Zone is prohibited.

 

Air Quality Awareness Week, begins today. EPA will make the website live today Monday, April 29, the first day of AQAW (see https://www.airnow.gov/airaware).

 

 

• Monday - Your Heart & Lungs
• Tuesday - Wildfires & Smoke
• Wednesday - Air Quality Index & Sensors
• Thursday - Air Quality in Your Community
• Friday - Air Quality Around the World

 

 

Air Quality in Your Community

Before you get out and about, visit AirNow.gov to check air pollution levels in your community. This is especially important if someone in your family belongs to a group that is more sensitive to air pollution, such as children, older adults, and those with heart or lung problems.

Provo Utah Firestation 21

---

Every day organizations across the country fly brightly colored flags to show the daily Air Quality Index and increase air quality awareness. Learn more about the Air Quality Flag Program.

When ozone or particle pollution levels reach unhealthy levels, you and others in your community can reduce air pollution. Here’s how:

On the Road

• Choose a cleaner commute — car pool, use public transportation, bike, or walk.
• Combine errands and avoid idling your engine.
• Be sure your tires are properly inflated.
• Keep your car, boat, and other engines tuned.
• Follow refueling instructions when you fill up at the gas station so that vapors don’t escape into the air. Be careful not to spill fuel and always tighten your gas cap.

At Home

• Use paints and cleaning products that are safe for the environment.
• Conserve electricity: Set your thermostat a little higher in the summer and lower in winter. Participate in local energy conservation programs. Look for the ENERGY STAR label when buying home or office equipment.
• Consider using gas logs instead of wood. Burn only dry, seasoned wood. Get more information at EPA Burn Wise

In the Garden

• Mulch or compost leaves and yard waste.
• Rake leaves instead of using a leaf blower.
• Opt for a manual lawn mower instead of electric or fuel-burning models.
• Plant more plants, especially trees.

NOAA’s Air Quality Safety page is https://www.weather.gov/safety/airquality