Air quality creeps into ‘unhealthy’ range for parts of Eastern Washington, North Idaho

August 12, 2021 6:23 AM

Erin Robinson,

Posted: August 12, 2021 6:23 AM

Updated: August 12, 2021 6:24 AM

by Erin Robinson

SPOKANE, Wash. — Air quality has creeped into the ‘unhealthy’ range for parts of Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

Good Morning Northwest Weatherman Mark Peterson said air quality should improve a bit throughout the day, but it is important to take some steps to stay safe in the meantime.

That means limiting time spent outdoors, keeping windows and doors shut so clean air stays inside, and using your recirculation function on your car’s air conditioning.

The heat remains but the winds are carrying more smoke over our area, should improve later today. The heat continues through Saturday with a cold front moving in Sunday. Next week starts off very mild. @kxly4news pic.twitter.com/0q5DWjuebf

— Mark Peterson (@Mark4NewsNow) August 12, 2021

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