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San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire; San Bernardino County Mountains; Riverside County Mountains; Coachella Valley; San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning

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Non-Weather Emergency Message. Not sent to IPAWS.

Description

* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of ozone pollution. Levels of ozone pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and air pollution transport. * WHERE...The Inland Empire, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, Coachella Valley, and the Riverside and San Bernardino County mountains. * WHEN...until 8 PM Saturday. The highest ozone levels typically occur in the afternoon and early-evening hours. * IMPACTS... Ozone air pollution can cause serious health problems, including trouble breathing, asthma attacks, and lung damage. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.

Instruction

To protect your health, check air quality levels and act as needed: * When Air Quality Index (AQI) levels are "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" (orange), sensitive groups as specified above should limit extended or intense outdoor activity. * When AQI is "Unhealthy" (red), everyone may experience health impacts. Sensitive groups should avoid extended time outdoors. * When AQI is "Very Unhealthy" (purple), sensitive groups should avoid all outdoor physical activity. Everyone else should avoid extended or intense outdoor activity. * When AQI is "Hazardous" (maroon), everyone should avoid all outdoor physical activity. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... To help keep indoor air clean when air quality is poor: * Keep windows and doors closed * Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier * Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have ther methods to stay cool * Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, and grilling To help minimize outdoor ozone air pollution levels: * Limit the use of gasoline powered lawn and garden equipment until evening hours * Try to delay trips to the gas station and the use of household chemicals until the evening In South Coast Basin, to view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website at aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.aqmd.gov/advisory. In Mojave Desert, to view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District website at mdaqmd.ca.gov. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.mdaqmd.ca.gov/advisories. In antelope Valley, to view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the antelope Valley Air Quality Management District website at www.avaqmd.ca.gov.

Areas

San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire; San Bernardino County Mountains; Riverside County Mountains; Coachella Valley; San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning

Note

Non-Weather Emergency Message. Not sent to IPAWS.

Description

* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of ozone pollution. Levels of ozone pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and air pollution transport. * WHERE...The Inland Empire, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, Coachella Valley, and the Riverside and San Bernardino County mountains. * WHEN...until 8 PM Saturday. The highest ozone levels typically occur in the afternoon and early-evening hours. * IMPACTS... Ozone air pollution can cause serious health problems, including trouble breathing, asthma attacks, and lung damage. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.

Instruction

To protect your health, check air quality levels and act as needed: * When Air Quality Index (AQI) levels are "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" (orange), sensitive groups as specified above should limit extended or intense outdoor activity. * When AQI is "Unhealthy" (red), everyone may experience health impacts. Sensitive groups should avoid extended time outdoors. * When AQI is "Very Unhealthy" (purple), sensitive groups should avoid all outdoor physical activity. Everyone else should avoid extended or intense outdoor activity. * When AQI is "Hazardous" (maroon), everyone should avoid all outdoor physical activity. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... To help keep indoor air clean when air quality is poor: * Keep windows and doors closed * Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier * Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have ther methods to stay cool * Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, and grilling To help minimize outdoor ozone air pollution levels: * Limit the use of gasoline powered lawn and garden equipment until evening hours * Try to delay trips to the gas station and the use of household chemicals until the evening In South Coast Basin, to view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website at aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.aqmd.gov/advisory. In Mojave Desert, to view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District website at mdaqmd.ca.gov. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.mdaqmd.ca.gov/advisories. In antelope Valley, to view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the antelope Valley Air Quality Management District website at www.avaqmd.ca.gov.

Areas

Parker Valley; Yuma; Imperial County Southwest; Salton Sea; Imperial County West; Imperial Valley; Palo Verde Valley; Chuckwalla Valley

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Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 116. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Southwest corner of Imperial County, Western Imperial County, Parker Valley, Yuma, Salton Sea, Imperial Valley, Palo Verde Valley, and Chuckwalla Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.

Instruction

An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details.

Areas

Coachella Valley; San Diego County Deserts

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Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 114 degrees. * WHERE...Coachella Valley and San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread Major HeatRisk. Major HeatRisk indicates these conditions will be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration or adequate cooling, in addition to those who are heat-sensitive.

Instruction

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Areas

San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning

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Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 111 degrees. * WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread Major HeatRisk. Major HeatRisk indicates these conditions will be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration or adequate cooling, in addition to those who are heat-sensitive.

Instruction

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.