Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. The rating is based on particulate matter in the air.
For more information contact:
WNC Regional Air Quality Agency
828-250-6777
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What constitutes particulate matter? Pollen, industrial stack waste, diesel exhaust? This information is important and helpful. Thanks.
Hi Pokerfarian, thanks for asking. Particle pollution, is a complex mixture of extremely small particles and liquid droplets that get into the air, according the the EPA. It varies greatly. It would be useful information, but the exact makeup of the particulate matter is not available for specific days in most cases. https://www3.epa.gov/region1/eco/uep/particulatematter.html