Air Quality Update - Coeur d’Alene Reservation

 

Time / Date:			9:30 AM Sept 13, 2021
Location:			Kootenai and Benewah County on Coeur d’Alene Reservation
Action:			Stage II Notice lifted 8/27/21 Fire danger still in the HIGH category  CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OR THIS OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Cause of Air Pollution:			Wild fires in CA, WA, ID and Oregon with wind direction can increase air pollution levels in our area, these conditions can improve with wind direction in our favor through this week as new systems move in. Chance of rain this weekend.
AQI and AQI Category:			Current Conditions: AQI  =  18 Good range Everyone should be cautious of changes, Go to the links on the bottom of this page for more detailed information.   Air quality is expected to remain the same next couple of days. Wind direction could decrease smoke in our area, be aware of changing conditions to protect your health.
Pollutant (s):			Fine particulate from wild fires smoke
Restrictions in Effect Until:			None at this time
Next Update:			When conditions change
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 http://www.idahofireinfo.com/p/fire-restrictions.html Stage II Fire Restrictions https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:e92fc11c-e661-4fad-8462-91bd8a356f17