October 20, 2011
The
Burns Ban effecting both Upper and Lower Yakima County are LIFTED effective 10:00 A.M. today, Thursday, October 20th,
2011. The
PM2.5 levels have decreased in the last 24 hours and are now at a “Healthy”
level in both the Upper and the Lower County areas. Ventilation and Dispersion are Poor to Fair
for Yakima County with fair winds.
YRCAA staff will continue to
monitor the air quality. Air Quality conditions can change rapidly.
Please check our website for the most
up-to-date information at: http://www.yakimacleanair.org
or call the YRCAA office at (509)
834-2050.
We make every effort to ensure that all burn ban announcements and restrictions are posted. Always call or visit your county and local clean air agency and check the DNR fire danger for the most current information.
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