The National Weather Service revised their air stagnation advisory for Benton County Lowlands, Linn County Lowlands, and Lane County Lowlands on Sunday at 4:42 p.m., and it will remain in force until Thursday at 4 a.m.
According to the weather service, “There will be a period of stagnant air conditions due to light winds and limited air movement.” Over time, this situation can cause air contaminants to accumulate.
“Those who have respiratory conditions may experience problems as a result of declining air quality. The weather service warns that driving conditions could become dangerous due to low visibility. “If you’re driving, reduce your speed and give yourself plenty of space. To improve their chances of being noticed by others in low visibility situations, cyclists and pedestrians can dress in reflective or bright clothes. State air quality agencies may advise—or even require—that household wood burning devices be kept to a minimum and that no outdoor burning take place. Long stretches of stagnant air can trap pollutants near the ground where people live and breathe, according to state air quality regulators. For information on any current limitations in your area, contact your local burn and air quality department. When there is a high degree of air pollution during times of stagnant air, people with respiratory illnesses should heed their doctor’s advise, particularly if your location is under an Air Quality Alert. As an alternative, you could enter your location in the search bar located on the homepage’s upper-left corner. If there is an Air Quality Alert for your area, it will be displayed at the top; if so, you can click on it to view further information.
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