Avisos

Air Quality Alert issued June 20 at 8:27AM MST by NWS Tucson AZAQATWCThe Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued aPM-10 High Pollution Advisory for Douglas on Thursday.An episode of strong and gusty winds is forecast to generatewidespread blowing dust that may result in local PM-10 concentrationsthat pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as airquality deteriorates.Coarse particulate matter - also known as PM-10 - is an aircontaminant that can aggravate heart and lung disease conditions,especially in older adults, children, and those with asthma. Adecrease in physical activity is recommended.Consolidate your travel, stabilize loose soils, slow down or avoidtravel on dirt roads, reduce or eliminate fireplace use, and avoidusing gas-powered lawn equipment.For details on this High Pollution Advisory,visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/douglas orcall 602-771-2300.

National Weather Service

Wind Advisory issued June 20 at 1:38PM MST until June 21 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to around 50 mphexpected.* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet and Upper GilaRiver Valley.* WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Friday.* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Treelimbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for highprofile vehicles. Use extra caution.Secure outdoor objects.

National Weather Service