Tag Archives: USA

SMOG: Unhealthful air grips the region

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

The 2012 smog season is shaping up to be worst in years for Inland residents. From July 18 through Thursday, Aug. 17, ozone levels were in the unhealthful range every day. Forecasters said the weeks ahead likely will bring more … Continue reading →

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Central Valley Air Alert set for next week

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

The San Joaquin Valley is fined 29 million dollars each year because ozone pollution exceeds federal standards. An Air Alert will be activated next week. Air Alerts are meant to lower pollution and end the millions in fines. Although the … Continue reading →

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Air quality advisory issued for dust, wildfire smoke

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Due to expected smoke from wildfires burning in Southern California, and dust from the Colorado river basin, the Clark County Department of Air Quality issued a Dust/Smoke advisory. The advisory will be in effect today to Thursday morning. Smoke is … Continue reading →

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In America’s National Parks, Air Pollution Knows No Boundaries

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Summer is a time when American families plan vacations. Many are centered on the natural beauty of our country and the National Parks System. However, what many tourists may not anticipate is that the destination of their journey is being … Continue reading →

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Taylor Bridge Fire impacting Spokane air quality

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Smoke from the Taylor Bridge Fire has prompted air quality warnings in Spokane County. Right now Spokanes air quality index is at 71, which is just shy of whats considered unhealthy for people with respiratory problems.The good news is that … Continue reading →

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Virginia ranks among 20 worst states for power plant air pollution

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Virginia is the 12th worst state in the nation when it comes to exposing residents to toxic air pollution from coal-fired power plants, according to an analysis released today in Virginia by the Natural Resources Defense Council. The NRDC-compiled data … Continue reading →

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BROWN AIR: Morning pollution a pall in SB Valley

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Anyone driving west on Interstate 10 from the east San Bernardino Valley this morning likely saw a thick, yellow-brown wall of air pollution lying ahead. It’s not an uncommon sight, and it’s often accompanied by a distinctive, acrid smell that … Continue reading →

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Utah’s wildfires polluting the air

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

If your eyes are watering and there’s an in itch in your throat, you can probably thank the smoke sitting in the valley. The pollution in the air isn’t just annoying, it is potentially dangerous. Steve Packham, the Toxicologist with … Continue reading →

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