Headline:
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:03PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Air Quality Alert
Urgency:
Unknown
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 12:03pm
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln,
Okanogan, Grant, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective
immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and
expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter
(PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive
Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near
active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous
levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow
tips for cleaner indoor air.
Area Description:
Ferry, WA; Grant, WA; Lincoln, WA; Okanogan, WA; Pend Oreille, WA; Spokane, WA; Stevens, WA
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender: