Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 13 at 11:46AM PST until January 16 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
WHAT: Poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion
and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to
trap pollutants.
WHERE: Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon
and central, south central, and southeast Washington.
WHEN: Until 10 AM PST Friday.
IMPACTS: Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems.
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An Air Stagnation Advisory indicates that due to limited movement of
an air mass across the advisory area, pollution has the potential to
increase to dangerous levels. Persons with respiratory illness
should follow their physicians advice for dealing with high levels
of air pollution during periods of stagnant air, state air quality
agencies highly recommend that no outdoor burning occur and that
residential wood burning devices be limited as much as possible.
According to state air quality agencies, prolonged periods of
stagnant air can hold pollutants close to the ground, where people
live and breathe. Check with your local burn agency for any current
restrictions in your area.