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Air Quality Alert
Issued: 7:09 PM Aug. 3, 2025 – National Weather Service
...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT MONDAY... The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution until 11 PM EDT Monday. Through tonight particle pollution levels are expected to rise into the Unhealthy range for our Northern region and Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range for the Western Mountains and Western Interior regions. This is due to smoke from wildfires in Canada that will be brought to Maine. Particle Pollution levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range statewide on Monday. A cold front will slowly push that smoke plume south through Maine on Monday. The front will likely concentrate smoke ahead of it. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, the elderly, those with pre-existing respiratory problems such as asthma, those with heart disease and anyone who is working hard outdoors. But if you experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, throat irritation or an uncomfortable sensation in your chest please consider limiting the intensity and duration of your outdoor activities. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll free number is: 1-800-223-1196. Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has the air quality forecast available on the web at www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.
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