With a National Weather Service wind advisory in effect through 9 p.m. on March 19 , many of us know all too well the hassle of securing outdoor furniture and picking up debris. Fewer of us, though, know the impact the stiff breeze that’s whipping through Fort Worth is having on our well-being.
Studies going back decades have shown a correlation between prolonged strong winds and physical and mental health issues. These can range from headaches to irritability and a general sense of malaise.
Scientists blame the phenomenon on too many positive ions in the air. This happens on days when the humidity is low and the temperature is “moderate to high,” according to a 2023 Saturday Evening Post article. That’s exactly what we’ve been experiencing here in Fort Worth in recent days…