Alertes en vigueurButte Falls, OR

What: For the Air Stagnation Advisory Within the valleys in Josephine and Jackson Counties, unhealthy air quality could develop. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in freezing fog.
Where: Within the valleys of Josephine and Jackson Counties.
When: For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 10 AM PST Sunday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 8 AM PST Saturday.
Impacts: Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Most outdoor burning will likely be prohibited as poor ventilation develops. Freezing fog can create slick conditions on solid surfaces like exposed roads and aircraft wings.

Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods of stagnant air. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Use caution when traveling in the morning.