Windblown Dust Advisory In Place In These RivCo Cities

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA — A windblown dust advisory was in place across eastern Riverside County, from Banning to Indio, the South Coast Air Quality Management District said.

The advisory was expected to be in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday in Banning, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and Indio due to gusty winds of up to 50 mph, which were lifting dust and soil.

The South Coast AQMD stated that blowing dust may result in high particle pollution, reaching very unhealthy levels of air quality index categories.

Elevated air pollution levels were expected through early Wednesday morning, especially in the northwestern part of the valley.

The South Coast AQMD advised the public to limit their exposure by remaining indoors with windows and doors closed or seeking alternate shelter as well as avoiding vigorous physical activity.

Air quality can vary by hour and location, depending on wind conditions. Current air quality is available at www.aqmd.gov/AQImap.