The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued a PM-10 High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area, including Maricopa, effective Friday, August 28 at 11:18 a.m. MST. Strong and gusty winds are forecast to generate widespread blowing dust that may result in local PM-10 concentrations posing a health risk.
The advisory remains in effect through Saturday, August 29 at 9 p.m. MST. Coarse particulate matter can aggravate heart and lung disease, particularly in older adults, children, and those with asthma. Residents should consolidate travel, stabilize loose soils, avoid dirt roads, reduce fireplace use, and refrain from gas-powered lawn equipment. For more information, visit www.azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix or call 602-771-2300.
Source: National Weather Service.
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