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...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has
issued an Air Quality Alert for fine particulates for Horry County
through Wednesday, April 15th.

An Air Quality Alert means that the fine particulate concentrations
within the specified areas may approach or exceed unhealthy
standards due to a large wildfire in Marion County and continued
smoke in the Conway area.

High pressure over the Southeast U.S. will continue to dominate the
region today and tomorrow, minimizing smoke dispersion from the
ongoing wildfire in Marion County. Stable conditions and little wind
will enhance the noticeability of smoke, especially in the overnight
and morning hours. Stagnant conditions are expected to pin smoke to
ground level until midday Wednesday.

SCDES recommends that individuals with respiratory health issues
limit time spent outdoors and/or move all activities indoors to
avoid the smoke or fine particulates. Keep windows and doors closed.
Run an air conditioner if you have one but keep the fresh air intake
closed and the filter clean to prevent outdoor smoke and fine
particulates from getting inside. Please note that locations closest
to the wildfire activity are more likely to experience smoke at any
given time.

For more information about fine particulates, please visit:
https://fire.airnow.gov
For more information about wildfires/prescribed burns, please visit:
https://www.scfc.gov

If your see or smell smoke, take the necessary precautions to
protect your health.