Waarschuwingen Bluffton College Lake Dam, Ohio

Brandgevaar

17-7 2:04 p.m. 14:04 – 17-7 8:00 p.m. 20:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 10:04AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana Surface smoke from Canadian wildfires, in addition to causing very poor air quality, will continue to reduce visibility down to 3/4 of a a mile in some spots. Motorists are advised to allow for extra space between them and the vehicle in front of them. The smoke are expected to begin gradually improving through the afternoon and evening hours.

National Weather Service

Luchtkwaliteit

16-7 7:24 p.m. 19:24 – 18-7 4:00 a.m. 04:00

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:24PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality. Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories. It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes. For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

National Weather Service