Headline:
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 2 at 4:53PM MST until December 6 at 9:00PM MST by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Air Stagnation Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 2, 2024 - 3:53pm
Expires:
December 3, 2024 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility a quarter mile or
less in dense fog is expected for the Tuesday morning. For the Air
Stagnation Advisory in valleys, an extended period of stagnant
air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is due to
an inversion near the surface that will continue to trap
pollutants.
* WHERE...Treasure Valley Zones.
* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 11 AM MST Tuesday. For
the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 9 PM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous
especially for the morning commute between Ontario, Oregon and
Mountain Home. Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Low visibility could make driving conditions
hazardous.
Instruction:
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
State air quality agencies highly recommend that no outdoor burning
occur and that residential wood burning devices be limited as much
as possible. According to state air quality agencies, prolonged
periods of stagnant air can hold pollutants close to the ground
where people live and breathe. Check with your local burn agency for
any current restrictions in your area.
Area Description:
Lower Treasure Valley; Upper Treasure Valley; Oregon Lower Treasure Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID