Air Quality Alert for Coeur d'Alene Reservation

 

Air Quality Alert

Coeur d’Alene Reservation  

 

Time / Date:			8:00 AM Sept 18, 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 today expecting improvements to air quality over the weekend.
AQI and AQI Category:			Current Conditions: AQI  = 157 Unhealthy Range some improvement from yesterday, sensitive* people should be cautious and stay indoors. Avoid any outdoor activities until conditions improve. Go to the links on the bottom of this page for more detailed information.   Air quality is expected to remain the same for most of the day.  Wind direction could reduce smoke in our area, be aware of changing conditions to protect your health this week.
Pollutant (s):			Fine particulate from wildfire smoke and building materials
Restrictions in Effect Until:			No open fires due to dry conditions until further notice
Next Update:			Monday 9/21/2020 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: https://www.airnow.gov/ For more information on Idaho’s Air Quality visit http://airquality.deq.idaho.gov/ For more information on CDA Tribal Smoke Management, visit https://www.cdatribe-nsn.gov/nr/smoke-management/ For more information on CDA Tribe Air Quality visit https://www.cdatribe-nsn.gov/nr/air-quality/ For up-to-date air quality monitoring info, visit the Idaho Smoke Blog at idsmoke.blogspot.com Community Guide for Staying Healthy During Wildfire Events   School Activity Guidelines for Wildfire Smoke Events. https://www.deq.idaho.gov/news-archives/air-nonessential-burning-update-covid-19-0320/