Air Quality Alert for Coeur d'Alene Reservation

 

         Air Quality Alert

        Coeur d’Alene Reservation  

 

Time / Date:			8:00 AM Sept 11, 2020
Location:			Kootenai and Benewah County on Coeur d’Alene Reservation
Action:			CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OR THIS OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Cause of Air Pollution:			Wild fires in CA, WA and Oregon with wind direction can increase air pollution levels in our area, these conditions could continue through the weekend into next week.
AQI and AQI Category:			Current Conditions: AQI  = 30 Good Range but sensitive* people should be cautious of changing conditions .   Air quality is expected to remain the same. Wind direction could move more smoke back into our area, be aware of changing conditions to protect your health.
Pollutant (s):			Fine particulate
Restrictions in Effect Until:			No open fires due to dry conditions until further notice
Next Update:			Monday 9/14/2020 by 10 am
Contact:			Les Higgins(208) 686-8101 or (208) 659 2275
What is the Air Quality Index?
	AQI	Category		Cautionary Statement
	0-50	Good		None
	51-100	Moderate		Sensitive* people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion.
	101-150	Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups		Everyone should limit exertion outdoors.
	151-200	Unhealthy		Everyone should limit exertion.
	201-300	Very Unhealthy		Limit any exertion.
	301-500	Hazardous		Stay indoors and avoid any exertion.
	* Sensitive groups include children, the elderly, those with existing health conditions, and people who have high exposure (those who work, exercise, or spend extensive time out of doors).   For more detailed information about the AQI, visit: http://www.epa.gov/airnow For more information on Idaho’s Air Quality, visit: http://www.deq.idaho.gov/air-quality/monitoring/daily-reports-and-forecasts.aspx For more information on CDA Tribal Smoke Management, visit http://wwwcdatribe-nsn.gov/natural/Smoke.aspx For more information on CDA Tribe Air Quality Program, visit http://www.cdatribe-nsn.gov/natural/Air.aspx