Air quality alert issued for Lane County Cascade Foothills and Cascades of Lane County until Sunday evening

The National Weather Service reported an air quality alert at 2:51 p.m. on Sunday in effect until 8 p.m. for Lane County Cascade Foothills and Cascades of Lane County.

“The Lane Regional Air Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory, which is in effect until 8 pm PDT Sunday. An Air Quality Advisory for Smoke remains in effect. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels at times through Sunday evening. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if…..

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