Unhealthy PM2.5 Levels Expected Across West, Residents Urged Indoors
• Unhealthy PM2.5 levels are expected in parts of California, Nevada, Oregon, and South Dakota on January 12,
• The EPA advises sensitive groups (elderly, children, those with respiratory/heart conditions) to avoid prolonged outdoor activity.
• PM2.5 particles can penetrate deep into lungs, worsening health conditions. Pollution stems from wildfires, industry, vehicles, and power plants.
Western states brace for unhealthy PM2.5 levels
Several states across the western United States, including parts of California, Nevada, Oregon, and South Dakota, are bracing for unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) on January 12, 2026. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued advisories urging residents, particularly those in sensitive groups, to take precautions to protect their health.
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