* WHAT…The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due tharmful
levels of particle pollution from windblown dust.
* WHERE…Coachella Valley. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time
and location depending on emissions and local weather conditions.
* WHEN… from 4 PM Wednesday until 6 AM Friday.
* 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.