Air Quality Alert Message

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Air Quality Alert Message Relayed by National Weather Service Tucson AZ 927 AM MST Tue Feb 3 2026 ...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY... The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Coarse Particle - for Wind/Dust (PM10D) High Pollution Advisory for the Rillito (near Marana) area for Wedndesday. An episode of strong and gusty winds is forecast to generate widespread blowing dust that may result in local PM- 10 concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Coarse particulate matter - also known as PM-10 - is an air contaminant that can aggravate heart and lung disease conditions, especially in older adults, children, and those with asthma. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. Consolidate your travel, stabilize loose soils, slow down or avoid travel on dirt roads, reduce or eliminate fireplace use, and avoid using gas-powered lawn equipment. For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/rillito or call 602- 771-2300.