Davis County is facing a moderate health forecast for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, according to the latest update from the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. The forecast indicates that air quality levels will remain at a moderate level through the weekend.
During this period, voluntary actions are recommended for residents. Individuals are asked to voluntarily TravelWise by consolidating trips and choosing cleaner transportation options to help limit volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
Additionally, officials noted that smoke from wildfires could cause high concentrations of particulate matter. If smoke becomes thick, persons with existing heart or respiratory ailments should reduce physical exertion and outdoor activity.
The health forecast is designed to help determine how the highest pollution level of the day might affect people with various health conditions. The action forecast serves to notify the public of necessary voluntary or mandatory actions, such as carpooling or restrictions on wood burning.
In the summer months, ozone pollution levels are generally low during the morning, evening, and night, whereas particulate matter levels tend to build up during the winter until weather systems move the air out of the valley.
