Air Stagnation Advisory 12/03/2024 09:39 for Idaho, Oregon areas

Headline: 
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 3 at 10:39AM MST until December 7 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Boise ID
Event: 
Air Stagnation Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 3, 2024 - 9:39am
Expires: 
December 4, 2024 - 2:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...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. For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter to one half mile in dense fog. * WHERE...Lower Treasure Valley Zones. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 5 PM MST Saturday. For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 2 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
Instruction: 
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. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Area Description: 
Lower Treasure Valley; Oregon Lower Treasure Valley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Boise ID