The National Weather Service issued an updated air stagnation advisory for the West Central Willamette Valley, East Central Willamette Valley, Benton County Lowlands, Linn County Lowlands, and Lane County Lowlands on Wednesday at 4:32 a.m., which will remain in force until Thursday at 10 a.m.
“Light winds and limited air movements will lead to a period of stagnant air conditions,” the weather agency predicts.
According to the weather service, “people with respiratory problems may experience problems due to poor air quality.” “During times of stagnant air, people with respiratory illnesses should heed their doctor’s advise on how to handle high air pollution levels. State air quality organizations strongly advise against outdoor burning and to minimize the number of wood-burning equipment in homes. 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 agency.
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