Weekend Air Quality Forecast for Buncombe County

Weekend Air Quality Forecast for Buncombe County

Buncombe County, NC, is set to experience varied air quality conditions over the upcoming weekend according to the latest forecast from AirNow.

Tomorrow’s Forecast

Friday, Jun 21:

  • 55 AQI – Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns)
  • 48 AQI – Good Ozone

Extended Forecast

Saturday, Jun 22:

  • 57 AQI – Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns)
  • 48 AQI – Good Ozone

For additional information on the air quality forecast and a detailed discussion, visit the NC Division Of Air Quality website: https://airquality.climate.ncsu.edu/

Care for the Air Tips

  • Drive less: carpool, vanpool, take the bus, telecommute.
  • Conserve electricity.
  • Pack a lunch or walk to lunch.
  • Avoid idling your vehicle.
  • Refuel and mow after 6:00pm.

Air Quality Index (AQI) Levels

Green: 0-50 AQI – Good air quality. No health risks expected. Enjoy outdoor activities!

Yellow: 51-100 AQI – Moderate air quality. Air quality is okay, but sensitive individuals may be affected.

Orange: 101-150 AQI – Air quality is Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups. Limit outdoor activity.

Red: 151-200 AQI – Unhealthy air quality. Avoid prolonged outdoor activity.

Purple: 201-300 AQI – Very Unhealthy air quality. Avoid outdoor activity.

Source:

Press release from AirNow

Author: HERE Asheville

HERE Asheville

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