* WHAT…The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to
harmful levels of particle pollution from windblown dust.
* WHERE…in parts of the South Coast Air Basin, Coachella Valley,
and Eastern Riverside County. Levels of particle pollution can vary
by time and location depending on emissions and local weather
conditions.
* WHEN…until 10 PM Sunday.
* IMPACTS… Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and
cause serious health problems such as asthma attacks, heart and lung
disease symptoms, and increased risk of lung infections. Everyone
can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung or
heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and
those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.