The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality notice for several counties, warning that the current Air Quality Index is unhealthy for sensitive groups.
- Impacted counties include Ada, Canyon, Gem, Paytette and Washington County.
- The notice warns that smoky conditions might affect sensitive populations more acutely.
- Medical professionals advise taking extra precautions, especially for children and those with respiratory issues.
(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story.)
“It’s been noticeably worse than usual, but it hasn’t stopped me from going outside,” says one resident in the North End.
Smoky conditions are causing air quality concerns in the Treasure Valley. And while some days have been worse than others, “It has cleared up a lot — a lot better than it has been,” says the resident.
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality notice to Ada, Canyon, Gem, Payette, and Washington counties, warning that the current Air Quality Index is unhealthy for sensitive groups.