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Learn about Permian Health's innovative approach to improving air quality in Gambia, using cutting-edge technology to reveal invisible pollutants and safeguard public health.

","content","In the slender West African nation of Gambia, Dr. Sunkaru Touray of Permian Health Lung Institute is leading an unprecedented initiative to illuminate the invisible dangers of air pollution through the strategic deployment of low-cost air quality monitors. A vision born from necessity Dr. Touray, a pulmonologist and critical care physician originally from Kartong, The Gambia, was profoundly affected by the respiratory issues he encountered while practicing in New Mexico. These issues, often linked to hydrocarbon exposure and environmental pollutants, spurred him to address similar problems in Gambia, where air quality data is scarce. \"There's a significant data gap in Africa when it comes to understanding our air,\" Dr. Touray noted. Recognizing the parallels between New Mexico and Gambia, Dr. Touray envisioned the Permian Health Clean Air Initiative. This initiative aims not only to collect data but to empower Gambians with knowledge, enabling them to make informed decisions about their health and advocate for cleaner air. “There’s a significant data gap in Africa when it comes to understanding our air.”–Dr. Sunkaru Touray, Founder, Permian Health The journey of Permian Health Permian Health's mission is clear: to democratize access to air quality data in Gambia by installing low-cost air quality monitors throughout the country. The team selected IQAir’s AirVisual outdoor monitors for this critical work. “These devices are proven to be reliable, user-friendly, and can operate on solar power,” Dr. Touray said. “They also have 4G LTE connectivity,” which make the monitors ideally suited for Gambia's diverse environments—from the bustling streets of Banjul to the rural countryside. \"The goal,\" Dr. Touray explained, \"is not just to collect data but to empower our communities with knowledge so they can make informed decisions about their health and advocate for cleaner air.\" Highlighting areas of concern: Brikama’s air quality Brikama stands as a poignant example of the challenges faced across Gambia. Known for its bustling markets and as a hub for both commerce and community life, the town also grapples with air quality issues that pose risks to its residents. By placing monitors in strategic locations, including the busy highway through Brikama, Permian Health is mapping pollution levels and raising awareness among the local population about the air they breathe daily—while simultaneously acting as a testament to the potential of grassroots air monitoring networks in challenging regions. Dr Touray said, \"As we look to the future, the lessons learned from Brikama will inform our expansion strategies to other regions facing similar challenges. Our success in achieving nationwide coverage, with Brikama as a keystone in our network, exemplifies the scalable model of Permian Health Clean Air Initiative.” “The goal is not to just collect the data but to empower our communities with knowledge so they can make informed decisions about their health.” Local feedback has been largely positive. According to Dr. Touray, real-time access to air quality monitor information has improved local understanding of the dangers of poor air quality, especially during the dry, dusty Harmattan season typically experienced from November to March. Permian Health has collaborated with local groups such as the Brikama Nema Diaspora Group (BRIND) and Karamie’s Health clinic to install sensors in key areas, allowing residents and medical professionals to access real-time air quality data. Pioneering work on the ground To date, the Permian Health air quality network has grown to 14 sensors, achieving nationwide coverage with an air quality sensor in all regions of The Gambia—proof of the project's rapid scalability and success. The project has successfully installed air quality monitors in various locations, including urban areas and industrial sites. These monitors provide real-time data on pollutants like PM2.5, which pose the greatest threat to human health, offering invaluable insights into the air pollution across different regions of Gambia. \"We have sensors in the most densely populated areas,” Dr. Touray said. \"Through the process of collecting PM 2.5 data in Gambia and identifying pollution hotspots, we educate the public about air quality and its impact on public health—and also communicate the importance of installing air quality sensors as a means to make a change.\" This foundational work sets the stage for enhanced accuracy and credibility in air quality monitoring, as underscored by a pivotal development in the project's journey. “The recent addition of a reference-grade monitor donated by MetOne marks a significant leap in our capacity for precision and validation of the data collected by our existing sensor network,” Dr. Touray said. However, maintaining and expanding the network can be impeded by dust accumulation on solar panels during the Harmattan season, unreliable power supplies, and other issues. ‘While we have made significant progress in addressing some of these challenges, connectivity and maintenance in remote areas remain ongoing hurdles in our efforts to maintain and expand the sensor network efficiently,’ Dr. Touray explained. Uniting minds and garnering accolades To raise awareness about their work, Permian Health has created a promotional video which serves as a powerful tool to inform and engage the public about their project. A key milestone for the project was the establishment of the first air quality conference in Gambia, bringing together stakeholders from the government, academia, and civil society to discuss the findings and implications of the collected data. \"This conference was a pivotal moment for us, marking the beginning of a national conversation on air quality,\" reflects Dr. Touray. This national conversation is already making a policy impact. The Ministry of Health has issued public health advisories several times since the air quality sensors were deployed, raising air quality awareness in communities around the country. Dr. Touray emphasizes the importance of partnering with the Gambian government to leverage their data for national air quality standards and planning. \"Working closely with governmental bodies is crucial for our success,\" Dr. Touray notes, highlighting his strong connections within the National Environment Agency, which have been supportive of their endeavors. With the NEA, Permian Health was able to release their first air quality report based on initial installations. This sets the table for future updates from newly installed sensors. Additionally, the project's recent recognition by the Energy Policy Institute of the University of Chicago with an Air Quality Award highlights the global acknowledgment of their impactful work. This prestigious award will enable Permian Health to scale their network further. Currently, there are 22 low-cost sensors deployed, and Gambia will, for the first time ever, have a reference monitor to assist in enhancing air quality monitoring and assessment. Hopes for the Future Thanks to their recent Air Quality Award, Permian Health acquired an 10 sensors, bringing the total to 26 sensors across The Gambia. Six new sensors have been deployed to NEA headquarters, two major health centers with support from the Ministry of Health, and in housing developments in partnership with Gambia’s largest real estate company, TAF Africa Global. The remaining sensors will be deployed to the National Stadium, Gambia International Airport, the Seaport in Banjul, and a major intersection as soon as final government approvals are processed. Dr. Touray envisions a future where every Gambian has access to air quality information, enabling them to protect themselves and their families from air pollution. Furthermore, he hopes to leverage the data collected to advocate for stronger environmental policies and regulations in Gambia. “We’re not just collecting data for the sake of it. We want to drive change.” \"We're not just collecting data for the sake of it. We want to drive change,\" says Dr. Touray. \"Our ultimate goal is for Gambia to set national air quality standards, informed by the comprehensive data we've gathered.\" A key step toward this goal is the second Clean Air Conference, which Permian Health is organizing in partnership with the NEA. The event will bring together stakeholders, including officials from the ministries of Health, Environment, Transport, and Education, to develop a national air quality work plan. According to Dr. Touray, Permian Health is conducting an inventory assessment to determine the key sources of pollution, such as waste burning, reliance on charcoal and firewood for cooking, and transport-related emissions. \"Looking ahead, we aim to strengthen our collaboration with the NEA and the Ministry of Health, to expand and maintain our sensor network.\" \"We plan to enhance public awareness campaigns, especially during high-risk periods, to better inform the community about air quality concerns. We would also like to engage more with local TV stations for them to display air quality and weather information from our network. The takeaway Dr. Sunkaru Touray's work with Permian Health exemplifies innovative activism. The project not only addresses air quality data gaps but also empowers communities to tackle air pollution—an issue that transcends borders. Dr. Touray's mission goes beyond monitoring; it's about transforming the fabric of public health through the lens of air quality.","contentHtml","

In the slender West African nation of Gambia, Dr. Sunkaru Touray of Permian Health Lung Institute is leading an unprecedented initiative to illuminate the invisible dangers of air pollution through the strategic deployment of low-cost air quality monitors.

A vision born from necessity

Dr. Touray, a pulmonologist and critical care physician originally from Kartong, The Gambia, was profoundly affected by the respiratory issues he encountered while practicing in New Mexico. These issues, often linked to hydrocarbon exposure and environmental pollutants, spurred him to address similar problems in Gambia, where air quality data is scarce. \"There's a significant data gap in Africa when it comes to understanding our air,\" Dr. Touray noted.

Recognizing the parallels between New Mexico and Gambia, Dr. Touray envisioned the Permian Health Clean Air Initiative. This initiative aims not only to collect data but to empower Gambians with knowledge, enabling them to make informed decisions about their health and advocate for cleaner air.

“There’s a significant data gap in Africa when it comes to understanding our air.”

–Dr. Sunkaru Touray, Founder, Permian Health

The journey of Permian Health

Permian Health's mission is clear: to democratize access to air quality data in Gambia by installing low-cost air quality monitors throughout the country. The team selected IQAir’s AirVisual outdoor monitors for this critical work. “These devices are proven to be reliable, user-friendly, and can operate on solar power,” Dr. Touray said. “They also have 4G LTE connectivity,” which make the monitors ideally suited for Gambia's diverse environments—from the bustling streets of Banjul to the rural countryside.

\"The goal,\" Dr. Touray explained, \"is not just to collect data but to empower our communities with knowledge so they can make informed decisions about their health and advocate for cleaner air.\"

\nHighlighting areas of concern: Brikama’s air quality\n

Brikama stands as a poignant example of the challenges faced across Gambia. Known for its bustling markets and as a hub for both commerce and community life, the town also grapples with air quality issues that pose risks to its residents. By placing monitors in strategic locations, including the busy highway through Brikama, Permian Health is mapping pollution levels and raising awareness among the local population about the air they breathe daily—while simultaneously acting as a testament to the potential of grassroots air monitoring networks in challenging regions.

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Dr Touray said, \"As we look to the future, the lessons learned from Brikama will inform our expansion strategies to other regions facing similar challenges. Our success in achieving nationwide coverage, with Brikama as a keystone in our network, exemplifies the scalable model of Permian Health Clean Air Initiative.”

“The goal is not to just collect the data but to empower our communities with knowledge so they can make informed decisions about their health.”

Local feedback has been largely positive. According to Dr. Touray, real-time access to air quality monitor information has improved local understanding of the dangers of poor air quality, especially during the dry, dusty Harmattan season typically experienced from November to March.

Permian Health has collaborated with local groups such as the Brikama Nema Diaspora Group (BRIND) and Karamie’s Health clinic to install sensors in key areas, allowing residents and medical professionals to access real-time air quality data.

Pioneering work on the ground

To date, the Permian Health air quality network has grown to 14 sensors, achieving nationwide coverage with an air quality sensor in all regions of The Gambia—proof of the project's rapid scalability and success. The project has successfully installed air quality monitors in various locations, including urban areas and industrial sites. These monitors provide real-time data on pollutants like PM2.5, which pose the greatest threat to human health, offering invaluable insights into the air pollution across different regions of Gambia.

\"We have sensors in the most densely populated areas,” Dr. Touray said. \"Through the process of collecting PM 2.5 data in Gambia and identifying pollution hotspots, we educate the public about air quality and its impact on public health—and also communicate the importance of installing air quality sensors as a means to make a change.\"

This foundational work sets the stage for enhanced accuracy and credibility in air quality monitoring, as underscored by a pivotal development in the project's journey. “The recent addition of a reference-grade monitor donated by MetOne marks a significant leap in our capacity for precision and validation of the data collected by our existing sensor network,” Dr. Touray said.

However, maintaining and expanding the network can be impeded by dust accumulation on solar panels during the Harmattan season, unreliable power supplies, and other issues.

‘While we have made significant progress in addressing some of these challenges, connectivity and maintenance in remote areas remain ongoing hurdles in our efforts to maintain and expand the sensor network efficiently,’ Dr. Touray explained.

Uniting minds and garnering accolades

To raise awareness about their work, Permian Health has created a promotional video which serves as a powerful tool to inform and engage the public about their project.

A key milestone for the project was the establishment of the first air quality conference in Gambia, bringing together stakeholders from the government, academia, and civil society to discuss the findings and implications of the collected data.

\"This conference was a pivotal moment for us, marking the beginning of a national conversation on air quality,\" reflects Dr. Touray.

This national conversation is already making a policy impact. The Ministry of Health has issued public health advisories several times since the air quality sensors were deployed, raising air quality awareness in communities around the country.

Dr. Touray emphasizes the importance of partnering with the Gambian government to leverage their data for national air quality standards and planning. \"Working closely with governmental bodies is crucial for our success,\" Dr. Touray notes, highlighting his strong connections within the National Environment Agency, which have been supportive of their endeavors.

With the NEA, Permian Health was able to release their first air quality report based on initial installations. This sets the table for future updates from newly installed sensors.

Additionally, the project's recent recognition by the Energy Policy Institute of the University of Chicago with an Air Quality Award highlights the global acknowledgment of their impactful work. This prestigious award will enable Permian Health to scale their network further.

Currently, there are 22 low-cost sensors deployed, and Gambia will, for the first time ever, have a reference monitor to assist in enhancing air quality monitoring and assessment.

Hopes for the Future

Thanks to their recent Air Quality Award, Permian Health acquired an 10 sensors, bringing the total to 26 sensors across The Gambia.

$\"\"$

Six new sensors have been deployed to NEA headquarters, two major health centers with support from the Ministry of Health, and in housing developments in partnership with Gambia’s largest real estate company, TAF Africa Global. The remaining sensors will be deployed to the National Stadium, Gambia International Airport, the Seaport in Banjul, and a major intersection as soon as final government approvals are processed.

Dr. Touray envisions a future where every Gambian has access to air quality information, enabling them to protect themselves and their families from air pollution. Furthermore, he hopes to leverage the data collected to advocate for stronger environmental policies and regulations in Gambia.

“We’re not just collecting data for the sake of it. We want to drive change.”

\"We're not just collecting data for the sake of it. We want to drive change,\" says Dr. Touray. \"Our ultimate goal is for Gambia to set national air quality standards, informed by the comprehensive data we've gathered.\"

A key step toward this goal is the second Clean Air Conference, which Permian Health is organizing in partnership with the NEA. The event will bring together stakeholders, including officials from the ministries of Health, Environment, Transport, and Education, to develop a national air quality work plan.

According to Dr. Touray, Permian Health is conducting an inventory assessment to determine the key sources of pollution, such as waste burning, reliance on charcoal and firewood for cooking, and transport-related emissions. \"Looking ahead, we aim to strengthen our collaboration with the NEA and the Ministry of Health, to expand and maintain our sensor network.\"

\"We plan to enhance public awareness campaigns, especially during high-risk periods, to better inform the community about air quality concerns. We would also like to engage more with local TV stations for them to display air quality and weather information from our network.

The takeaway

Dr. Sunkaru Touray's work with Permian Health exemplifies innovative activism. The project not only addresses air quality data gaps but also empowers communities to tackle air pollution—an issue that transcends borders.

Dr. Touray's mission goes beyond monitoring; it's about transforming the fabric of public health through the lens of air quality.

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WWF Pakistan is tackling air pollution with IQAir. Learn how real-time data is driving change across the country.

","In Pakistan, where vast horizons stretch beneath seemingly clear skies, severe air pollution silently impacts public health and well-being nationwide. Yet, due to a dire lack of data and awareness, the scale of the threat remains largely unseen. Recognizing the urgency of this crisis, WWF-Pakistan has taken significant steps to address air pollution using IQAir’s air quality monitoring technology. WWF-Pakistan has successfully deployed 15 stations across Pakistan and published data to IQAir’s AirVisual platform, establishing the country’s largest air quality monitoring network. With this initiative, WWF-Pakistan is transforming how the country understands and confronts this invisible threat. \"We have successfully reached the goal of installing AirVisual Outdoor sensors in 15 of our offices across Pakistan,\" said WWF-Pakistan’s Research Officer, Muhammad Huzaifa who led this initiative in Pakistan. As of now, WWF-Pakistan has air monitoring stations located in key regions like Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Multan, and Peshawar. They provide real-time data that is accessible to both policymakers and the public. \"We are excited to say that we’ve published the data from these stations to IQAir’s platform, where communities can see their local air quality in real-time.” Pakistan's Air Quality Challenge Pakistan's urban centers, such as Lahore, Peshawar and Karachi, frequently grapple with thick layers of smog. While this is a visible reminder of air pollution, the more dangerous pollutants often remain unseen and unmonitored. One of the greatest challenges in Pakistan has been the need for more reliable, public air quality data. \"Our air quality network provides crucial air quality data in some of Pakistan’s most polluted regions, and are often ranked among the top 10 most polluted cities in the world\" Huzaifa explained. WWF-Pakistan, the nation’s largest environmental organization, has been addressing critical environmental issues since 1970. Originally focused on protecting wildlife and ecosystems, the organization’s scope has broadened to include tackling climate change, protecting vulnerable habitats, and securing vital resources like freshwater. Now, through their air quality monitoring initiative, they are addressing one of the most pressing health and environmental crises facing Pakistan. “Unfortunately, there is little public air quality data available,” Huzaifa noted. “This information vacuum has left policymakers and citizens unprepared to tackle the pollution crisis.” WWF-Pakistan’s initiative helps fill this gap, ensuring the public has access to real-time, localized air quality data. With real-time data now available, citizens, governments, and policymakers can work together to implement solutions, reduce pollution and improve health outcomes across the country. Rolling Out Pakistan’s Air Quality Network WWF-Pakistan’s initiative, which involves installing a total of air quality sensors in 15 key cities across the country, marks a critical step in Pakistan’s battle against air pollution. All 15 stations are currently up and running. Partnering with IQAir adds both credibility and precision to the project. \"IQAir's AirVisual air quality monitors are globally recognized for their accuracy and ability to track even the smallest fluctuations in air quality,\" said Huzaifa. \"IQAir's technology is built to withstand all sorts of weather and having it in place ensures that people will trust the data.\" This transparency is essential for mobilizing both community efforts and policy interventions, as reliable information is crucial to driving meaningful change. Air Quality Data in Action With the sensors online and data flowing into the IQAir platform, WWF-Pakistan's live contributor profile showcases the impact of their work, allowing anyone to monitor air quality in real-time. This transparency empowers citizens and policymakers alike to take informed action, using reliable data to drive meaningful change across the country. Explore WWF-Pakistan’s profile to see the live data from their monitoring stations across Pakistan. \"Data isn’t just a tool for awareness—it’s the foundation for meaningful action,\" Nazifa Butt, Director Climate Action and Sustainability WWF-Pakistan emphasized. “Now that we have the data, we have something to report and base our decisions on.” Nazifa emphasized the importance of storytelling. “We’re going to have to tell two parts of the story,” she explained, pointing out how data can not only expose alarming trends but also inspire communities to push for change—through policies, advocacy, and local initiatives. Vision For the Future WWF-Pakistan envisions a future where every region of the country has access to real-time, accurate air quality data. \"Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan,\" Nazifa explained. By providing access to this data, WWF-Pakistan aims to foster a culture of proactive health management, where individuals and communities can take the steps necessary to protect themselves from pollution. The air quality data being gathered is more than just numbers—it’s a lifeline for communities struggling with the dangers of polluted air. “Our initiative is laying the foundation for a National Clean Air Research Centre,\" Huzaifa said. \"This will be a hub for research and data-driven policies, enabling us to tackle pollution with innovative strategies.\" “Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan.” Beyond their air quality monitoring project, the WWF-Pakistan team oversees more than 70 active environmental protection initiatives in FY 2024 across the country, ranging from clean water access and forest preservation to sustainable infrastructure development. These efforts, working in tandem with the air quality monitoring network, are all part of WWF's broader mission to protect the planet's natural environment and create a future where both people and nature can thrive in harmony. Conclusion WWF-Pakistan's initiative is a testament to the transformative power of data, technology, and collective will in addressing one of today’s most pressing challenges. As this vital work advances, it invites everyone to contribute to the cause—because in the fight for clean air, every voice and every action matters. “This initiative,” Nazifa said, “lays the foundation for what we envision as Pakistan’s future air quality innovation hub. It will serve as a hub for developing strategies and methods to tackle air pollution, aligning efforts across governmental and non-governmental sectors, both locally and internationally, in the fight against climate change.”","

In Pakistan, where vast horizons stretch beneath seemingly clear skies, severe air pollution silently impacts public health and well-being nationwide. Yet, due to a dire lack of data and awareness, the scale of the threat remains largely unseen.

Recognizing the urgency of this crisis, WWF-Pakistan has taken significant steps to address air pollution using IQAir’s air quality monitoring technology. WWF-Pakistan has successfully deployed 15 stations across Pakistan and published data to IQAir’s AirVisual platform, establishing the country’s largest air quality monitoring network. With this initiative, WWF-Pakistan is transforming how the country understands and confronts this invisible threat.

\"We have successfully reached the goal of installing AirVisual Outdoor sensors in 15 of our offices across Pakistan,\" said WWF-Pakistan’s Research Officer, Muhammad Huzaifa who led this initiative in Pakistan.

As of now, WWF-Pakistan has air monitoring stations located in key regions like Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Multan, and Peshawar. They provide real-time data that is accessible to both policymakers and the public. \"We are excited to say that we’ve published the data from these stations to IQAir’s platform, where communities can see their local air quality in real-time.”

Pakistan's Air Quality Challenge

Pakistan's urban centers, such as Lahore, Peshawar and Karachi, frequently grapple with thick layers of smog. While this is a visible reminder of air pollution, the more dangerous pollutants often remain unseen and unmonitored. One of the greatest challenges in Pakistan has been the need for more reliable, public air quality data.

\"Our air quality network provides crucial air quality data in some of Pakistan’s most polluted regions, and are often ranked among the top 10 most polluted cities in the world\" Huzaifa explained.

WWF-Pakistan, the nation’s largest environmental organization, has been addressing critical environmental issues since 1970. Originally focused on protecting wildlife and ecosystems, the organization’s scope has broadened to include tackling climate change, protecting vulnerable habitats, and securing vital resources like freshwater. Now, through their air quality monitoring initiative, they are addressing one of the most pressing health and environmental crises facing Pakistan.

“Unfortunately, there is little public air quality data available,” Huzaifa noted. “This information vacuum has left policymakers and citizens unprepared to tackle the pollution crisis.” WWF-Pakistan’s initiative helps fill this gap, ensuring the public has access to real-time, localized air quality data.

With real-time data now available, citizens, governments, and policymakers can work together to implement solutions, reduce pollution and improve health outcomes across the country.

Rolling Out Pakistan’s Air Quality Network

WWF-Pakistan’s initiative, which involves installing a total of air quality sensors in 15 key cities across the country, marks a critical step in Pakistan’s battle against air pollution. All 15 stations are currently up and running.

Partnering with IQAir adds both credibility and precision to the project. \"IQAir's AirVisual air quality monitors are globally recognized for their accuracy and ability to track even the smallest fluctuations in air quality,\" said Huzaifa. \"IQAir's technology is built to withstand all sorts of weather and having it in place ensures that people will trust the data.\" This transparency is essential for mobilizing both community efforts and policy interventions, as reliable information is crucial to driving meaningful change.

Air Quality Data in Action

With the sensors online and data flowing into the IQAir platform, WWF-Pakistan's live contributor profile showcases the impact of their work, allowing anyone to monitor air quality in real-time. This transparency empowers citizens and policymakers alike to take informed action, using reliable data to drive meaningful change across the country. Explore WWF-Pakistan’s profile to see the live data from their monitoring stations across Pakistan.

\"Data isn’t just a tool for awareness—it’s the foundation for meaningful action,\" Nazifa Butt, Director Climate Action and Sustainability WWF-Pakistan emphasized. “Now that we have the data, we have something to report and base our decisions on.”

Nazifa emphasized the importance of storytelling. “We’re going to have to tell two parts of the story,” she explained, pointing out how data can not only expose alarming trends but also inspire communities to push for change—through policies, advocacy, and local initiatives.

Vision For the Future

WWF-Pakistan envisions a future where every region of the country has access to real-time, accurate air quality data.

\"Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan,\" Nazifa explained. By providing access to this data, WWF-Pakistan aims to foster a culture of proactive health management, where individuals and communities can take the steps necessary to protect themselves from pollution.

The air quality data being gathered is more than just numbers—it’s a lifeline for communities struggling with the dangers of polluted air. “Our initiative is laying the foundation for a National Clean Air Research Centre,\" Huzaifa said. \"This will be a hub for research and data-driven policies, enabling us to tackle pollution with innovative strategies.\"

“Each sensor we deploy is a step closer to a healthier, more sustainable Pakistan.”

Beyond their air quality monitoring project, the WWF-Pakistan team oversees more than 70 active environmental protection initiatives in FY 2024 across the country, ranging from clean water access and forest preservation to sustainable infrastructure development. These efforts, working in tandem with the air quality monitoring network, are all part of WWF's broader mission to protect the planet's natural environment and create a future where both people and nature can thrive in harmony.

Conclusion

WWF-Pakistan's initiative is a testament to the transformative power of data, technology, and collective will in addressing one of today’s most pressing challenges. As this vital work advances, it invites everyone to contribute to the cause—because in the fight for clean air, every voice and every action matters.

“This initiative,” Nazifa said, “lays the foundation for what we envision as Pakistan’s future air quality innovation hub. It will serve as a hub for developing strategies and methods to tackle air pollution, aligning efforts across governmental and non-governmental sectors, both locally and internationally, in the fight against climate change.”

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Discover how Tedy Mwendwa's air quality monitoring project in Nairobi is bridging critical gaps in Africa's air quality data. Learn more.

","“Every day, I witness the severe impact of poor air quality on my community,” Tedy Mwendwa explained. “Using my expertise in electrical engineering, I felt compelled to create change.” In the heart of Africa, amidst bustling cities and vibrant rural landscapes, Mwendwa is pioneering a movement for cleaner air in Kenya. With a professional foundation in electrical engineering and a passion for environmental stewardship, Mwendwa's deployment of a low-cost air quality sensor in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, marks a pivotal step in revealing and addressing pollution and bridging critical gaps in Africa’s air quality data. Nairobi's leap towards cleaner air In late 2021, Mwendwa established an air quality station. Set up along one of Nairobi’s busy thoroughfares, the station gathers data on pollutants from sources like vehicular exhaust and biomass burning. \"It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution.” “It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution,” Mwendwa said. “Empowering our community with this data is crucial for driving action and advocating for sustainable solutions. Without data, we remain in the dark.” Local expertise, global resources drive innovation Building on the foundation of community-driven air monitoring, the project has taken a step forward. It now hosts East Africa’s first Monster Aerosol System (a platform that houses advanced aerosol analyzers), featuring a Time-of-Flight Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (TOF-ACSM). This technology provides real-time, high-resolution data on airborne particles—including nitrates, ammonium, and chlorides—uncovering the chemical fingerprints of pollution with unprecedented precision. Paired with a black carbon monitor, the system offers a comprehensive view of airborne composition and sources. These reference-grade instruments build on the project’s original IQAir AirVisual Outdoor monitor—pairing community-level, real-time data with laboratory-grade chemical insight. The TOF-ACSM will help identify pollution sources—from mineral dust kicked up by unpaved roads and construction to organic aerosols tied to biomass burning and traffic emissions. It will also track seasonal and daily shifts in air quality, influenced by weather patterns and human activity. The initiative is expanding further with the deployment of GRIMM EDM 180 reference monitors across Nairobi, replacing older equipment to deliver faster, more accurate readings with minimal maintenance. In collaboration with the Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA), these monitors will be placed along major highways and construction zones, ensuring data reflects the realities of urban life. These advancements are part of the NBO-CHEM Project (Nairobi Aerosol Chemistry and Monitoring Initiative), an effort funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and led by Prof. Daniel M. Westervelt, Dr. Godwin Opinde, and Tedy Mwendwa. By combining local expertise with state-of-the-art scientific resources, the project aims to transform how we understand air pollution in East Africa. The challenge of air quality monitoring in Africa The new additions to the project are heartening developments towards advancing air quality understanding in East Africa. Yet, despite the increasing efforts to monitor air quality globally, Africa remains one of the most underrepresented continents in terms of air quality data. According to the 2024 World Air Quality Report, there is only one monitoring station for every 3.7 million people. While coverage has expanded to include more African countries in recent years, there are still vast areas without sufficient data. For example, countries like Niger and Sudan remain without publicly available monitoring data.Air pollution is a major health threat, causing an estimated seven million premature deaths worldwide each year. Without accurate data, it is challenging to address the sources and impacts of air pollution effectively. Grassroots efforts like Mwendwa's are crucial in filling these data gaps, providing models for further projects and inspiring broader initiatives. Harnessing technology for a healthier tomorrow Utilizing an AirVisual Outdoor air quality monitor, Mwendwa’s station gathers critical real-time data. “The AirVisual sensor was easy to deploy and requires little maintenance, even in our somewhat extreme conditions with limited resources,” he said.The project, though small, is already making a difference in the community. “By sharing a link to the AirVisual Platform and using the app, we can easily get our data to students nationwide, enabling them to conduct their own research on pollution,” he said. The data has also been used to inform parents with small children of the effects of poor air quality. \"They need to understand that this data can help give them a better life,\" Mwendwa said. Cultivating environmental consciousness Mwendwa envisions a future where air quality stations span Africa, fostering a culture of environmental awareness and proactive health management. “The data my station is gathering empowers students to conduct community research, highlighting pollution's impact and fostering greater understanding,” he said. “This awareness can significantly influence the general population.\"Mwendwa plans further collaborations with local governments, communities, and international bodies, with this initial project laying a foundation for sustainable environmental policies and practices. “Our goal is to illuminate the unseen threats of pollution through technology,” he said. “Providing our community, and beyond, with this data, equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future. Without data, we are navigating blindly.” “Providing our community with this data equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future.” Conclusion From a low-cost sensor to a full NBO-CHEM reference hybrid network, Mwendwa’s project shows how local leadership and modern tools can accelerate Kenya’s clean-air progress. The project is an invitation to communities and policymakers to engage in a similar quest for healthier environments.Mwendwa's efforts symbolize more than geographic growth—they embody the momentum of a global movement dedicated to clean air. His work exemplifies uniting technology, data, and collective engagement to tackle one of our era's most pressing challenges.Achieving cleaner air is a communal endeavor, demanding innovation and cooperation. Mwendwa's project is a rallying cry to all, inviting participation in crafting a healthier, sustainable future for generations to come.","

“Every day, I witness the severe impact of poor air quality on my community,” Tedy Mwendwa explained. “Using my expertise in electrical engineering, I felt compelled to create change.”

In the heart of Africa, amidst bustling cities and vibrant rural landscapes, Mwendwa is pioneering a movement for cleaner air in Kenya. With a professional foundation in electrical engineering and a passion for environmental stewardship, Mwendwa's deployment of a low-cost air quality sensor in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, marks a pivotal step in revealing and addressing pollution and bridging critical gaps in Africa’s air quality data.

Nairobi's leap towards cleaner air

In late 2021, Mwendwa established an air quality station. Set up along one of Nairobi’s busy thoroughfares, the station gathers data on pollutants from sources like vehicular exhaust and biomass burning.

\"It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution.”

“It's about leveraging technology to unveil the hidden dangers of pollution,” Mwendwa said. “Empowering our community with this data is crucial for driving action and advocating for sustainable solutions. Without data, we remain in the dark.”

Local expertise, global resources drive innovation

Building on the foundation of community-driven air monitoring, the project has taken a step forward. It now hosts East Africa’s first Monster Aerosol System (a platform that houses advanced aerosol analyzers), featuring a Time-of-Flight Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (TOF-ACSM). This technology provides real-time, high-resolution data on airborne particles—including nitrates, ammonium, and chlorides—uncovering the chemical fingerprints of pollution with unprecedented precision. Paired with a black carbon monitor, the system offers a comprehensive view of airborne composition and sources. These reference-grade instruments build on the project’s original IQAir AirVisual Outdoor monitor—pairing community-level, real-time data with laboratory-grade chemical insight.

The TOF-ACSM will help identify pollution sources—from mineral dust kicked up by unpaved roads and construction to organic aerosols tied to biomass burning and traffic emissions. It will also track seasonal and daily shifts in air quality, influenced by weather patterns and human activity.

The initiative is expanding further with the deployment of GRIMM EDM 180 reference monitors across Nairobi, replacing older equipment to deliver faster, more accurate readings with minimal maintenance. In collaboration with the Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA), these monitors will be placed along major highways and construction zones, ensuring data reflects the realities of urban life.

These advancements are part of the NBO-CHEM Project (Nairobi Aerosol Chemistry and Monitoring Initiative), an effort funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and led by Prof. Daniel M. Westervelt, Dr. Godwin Opinde, and Tedy Mwendwa.

By combining local expertise with state-of-the-art scientific resources, the project aims to transform how we understand air pollution in East Africa.

The challenge of air quality monitoring in Africa

The new additions to the project are heartening developments towards advancing air quality understanding in East Africa. Yet, despite the increasing efforts to monitor air quality globally, Africa remains one of the most underrepresented continents in terms of air quality data. According to the 2024 World Air Quality Report, there is only one monitoring station for every 3.7 million people.

While coverage has expanded to include more African countries in recent years, there are still vast areas without sufficient data. For example, countries like Niger and Sudan remain without publicly available monitoring data.

Air pollution is a major health threat, causing an estimated seven million premature deaths worldwide each year. Without accurate data, it is challenging to address the sources and impacts of air pollution effectively. Grassroots efforts like Mwendwa's are crucial in filling these data gaps, providing models for further projects and inspiring broader initiatives.

Harnessing technology for a healthier tomorrow

Utilizing an AirVisual Outdoor air quality monitor, Mwendwa’s station gathers critical real-time data. “The AirVisual sensor was easy to deploy and requires little maintenance, even in our somewhat extreme conditions with limited resources,” he said.

The project, though small, is already making a difference in the community. “By sharing a link to the AirVisual Platform and using the app, we can easily get our data to students nationwide, enabling them to conduct their own research on pollution,” he said. The data has also been used to inform parents with small children of the effects of poor air quality. \"They need to understand that this data can help give them a better life,\" Mwendwa said.

Cultivating environmental consciousness

Mwendwa envisions a future where air quality stations span Africa, fostering a culture of environmental awareness and proactive health management. “The data my station is gathering empowers students to conduct community research, highlighting pollution's impact and fostering greater understanding,” he said. “This awareness can significantly influence the general population.\"

Mwendwa plans further collaborations with local governments, communities, and international bodies, with this initial project laying a foundation for sustainable environmental policies and practices. “Our goal is to illuminate the unseen threats of pollution through technology,” he said. “Providing our community, and beyond, with this data, equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future. Without data, we are navigating blindly.”

“Providing our community with this data equips them to advocate for sustainable solutions essential for a healthier future.”

Conclusion

From a low-cost sensor to a full NBO-CHEM reference hybrid network, Mwendwa’s project shows how local leadership and modern tools can accelerate Kenya’s clean-air progress. The project is an invitation to communities and policymakers to engage in a similar quest for healthier environments.

Mwendwa's efforts symbolize more than geographic growth—they embody the momentum of a global movement dedicated to clean air. His work exemplifies uniting technology, data, and collective engagement to tackle one of our era's most pressing challenges.

Achieving cleaner air is a communal endeavor, demanding innovation and cooperation. Mwendwa's project is a rallying cry to all, inviting participation in crafting a healthier, sustainable future for generations to come.

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A Detroit childcare center is prioritizing clean air technology in early childhood education. Discover how air quality awareness is changing lives and influencing the next generation.

","Air quality awareness and clean air environments are all too often a second thought within busy classrooms, where immediate challenges and childcare obstacles take over. However, in Detroit, Michigan, an early education center is reshaping their air quality concerns and the well-being of their students. Founded by Sentra Johnson-Smith, Sent Loves the Kids Development Center has meshed early education with air quality awareness and data collection through the installation of clean air technology. In partnership with IQAir and the Clean Air for Kids initiative, the Michigan childcare center is leading the charge in bringing pollution awareness through air quality monitoring and filtration to the early childhood education space. Children need clean, safe learning environments Sent Loves the Kids was born from Johnson-Smith's natural connection to children and her desire to holistically shape their early developmental stages. She aims to provide foundational education alongside physical and mental well-being for her students through comprehensive childcare and community connections (1). “Sent Loves The Kids was founded out of my deep love for children and my strong desire to be part of their educational journey,” said Johnson-Smith. “My goal is to nurture and educate the whole child—mind, body, and soul.” In Detroit and other large populous cities alike, these childcare facilities face unique environmental challenges. From urban air pollution to possible lead exposure in water supplies, harmful pollutants can go undetected and sneak into indoor spaces from outside environments. Especially in fast-paced childcare settings, air pollution and environmental concerns can go unnoticed or overshadowed by immediate demands. “Before receiving [an] air monitor, air quality wasn’t on my mind,” Johnson-Smith admitted. “When managing the day-to-day demands of running a facility, air quality was at the bottom of the list.” However, after partnering with IQAir and receiving air quality technology, Johnson-Smith has created a clean air environment for her students and reformed early education learning to encompass air quality awareness. Clean air environments in educational spaces Safe environments and clean air quality are essential to providing a productive learning space for students to thrive in. For children with asthma or allergies, air quality is a daily concern. By employing the Atem X air purifier, the Sent Loves the Kids facility can actively airborne pollutants and produce clean air for students to feel comfortable and safe. “By monitoring the air quality more closely, we can take immediate action when needed, such as adjusting indoor activities or ensuring that children with respiratory conditions are not exposed to triggers,” Johnson-Smith said. Multiple studies have shown children and infants to be among the most vulnerable populations affected by poor air quality. Childhood exposure to long-term air pollution can lead to harmful chronic impacts related to lung development, respiratory health, and asthma (2)(3). However, the utilization of air purifiers and air cleaning tools can drastically lower these risks and improve symptoms. With support from IQAir and the Clean Air for Kids Initiative, Sent Loves the Kids now provides a safe environment for teachers, students, and faculty alike through clean air technology and monitoring. Early education meets air quality awareness With access to real-time air quality monitors that detail various air pollutants and air quality levels, what once was invisible has become impossible to ignore for the Sent Loves the Kids facility. Data collection and air quality monitoring has allowed Johnson-Smith to build safeguards around child healthcare and create immersive lesson plans surrounding local air quality environments. Sent Loves the Kids takes air quality awareness a step further, teaching the next generation about environmental impact and air quality safety. According to Johnson-Smith, “incorporating air quality awareness into our educational programming not only aligns with our mission to provide a nurturing and safe environment but also helps children understand the importance of caring for their health and the planet.” After setting up the AirVisual Pro Indoor Monitor, Johnson-Smith noticed more air quality events and pollutant concerns, modifying school schedules and activities to maintain a safe environment for children and faculty alike. With the combination of clean air filtration and monitoring, Sent Loves the Kids has become a safe breathing and learning environment for students and teachers alike. Conclusion Sent Loves the Kids proves that meaningful childcare changes doesn’t require a large facility or financial burdens. Through air quality monitoring, filtration, and environmental education, Johnson-Smith is laying the groundwork for the next generation to breathe easier and healthier. With the support of IQAir science-backed air quality technology and a passionate mission, any childcare provider or community facility can make an impactful difference in lives of children, families, and the broader local community.","

Air quality awareness and clean air environments are all too often a second thought within busy classrooms, where immediate challenges and childcare obstacles take over. However, in Detroit, Michigan, an early education center is reshaping their air quality concerns and the well-being of their students.

Founded by Sentra Johnson-Smith, Sent Loves the Kids Development Center has meshed early education with air quality awareness and data collection through the installation of clean air technology. In partnership with IQAir and the Clean Air for Kids initiative, the Michigan childcare center is leading the charge in bringing pollution awareness through air quality monitoring and filtration to the early childhood education space.

Children need clean, safe learning environments

Sent Loves the Kids was born from Johnson-Smith's natural connection to children and her desire to holistically shape their early developmental stages. She aims to provide foundational education alongside physical and mental well-being for her students through comprehensive childcare and community connections (1).

“Sent Loves The Kids was founded out of my deep love for children and my strong desire to be part of their educational journey,” said Johnson-Smith. “My goal is to nurture and educate the whole child—mind, body, and soul.”

In Detroit and other large populous cities alike, these childcare facilities face unique environmental challenges. From urban air pollution to possible lead exposure in water supplies, harmful pollutants can go undetected and sneak into indoor spaces from outside environments. Especially in fast-paced childcare settings, air pollution and environmental concerns can go unnoticed or overshadowed by immediate demands.

“Before receiving [an] air monitor, air quality wasn’t on my mind,” Johnson-Smith admitted. “When managing the day-to-day demands of running a facility, air quality was at the bottom of the list.”

However, after partnering with IQAir and receiving air quality technology, Johnson-Smith has created a clean air environment for her students and reformed early education learning to encompass air quality awareness.

Clean air environments in educational spaces

Safe environments and clean air quality are essential to providing a productive learning space for students to thrive in. For children with asthma or allergies, air quality is a daily concern. By employing the Atem X air purifier, the Sent Loves the Kids facility can actively airborne pollutants and produce clean air for students to feel comfortable and safe.

“By monitoring the air quality more closely, we can take immediate action when needed, such as adjusting indoor activities or ensuring that children with respiratory conditions are not exposed to triggers,” Johnson-Smith said.

Multiple studies have shown children and infants to be among the most vulnerable populations affected by poor air quality. Childhood exposure to long-term air pollution can lead to harmful chronic impacts related to lung development, respiratory health, and asthma (2)(3). However, the utilization of air purifiers and air cleaning tools can drastically lower these risks and improve symptoms.

With support from IQAir and the Clean Air for Kids Initiative, Sent Loves the Kids now provides a safe environment for teachers, students, and faculty alike through clean air technology and monitoring.

Early education meets air quality awareness

With access to real-time air quality monitors that detail various air pollutants and air quality levels, what once was invisible has become impossible to ignore for the Sent Loves the Kids facility.

Data collection and air quality monitoring has allowed Johnson-Smith to build safeguards around child healthcare and create immersive lesson plans surrounding local air quality environments. Sent Loves the Kids takes air quality awareness a step further, teaching the next generation about environmental impact and air quality safety.

According to Johnson-Smith, “incorporating air quality awareness into our educational programming not only aligns with our mission to provide a nurturing and safe environment but also helps children understand the importance of caring for their health and the planet.”

After setting up the AirVisual Pro Indoor Monitor, Johnson-Smith noticed more air quality events and pollutant concerns, modifying school schedules and activities to maintain a safe environment for children and faculty alike. With the combination of clean air filtration and monitoring, Sent Loves the Kids has become a safe breathing and learning environment for students and teachers alike.

Conclusion

Sent Loves the Kids proves that meaningful childcare changes doesn’t require a large facility or financial burdens. Through air quality monitoring, filtration, and environmental education, Johnson-Smith is laying the groundwork for the next generation to breathe easier and healthier.

With the support of IQAir science-backed air quality technology and a passionate mission, any childcare provider or community facility can make an impactful difference in lives of children, families, and the broader local community.

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Scents such aslavender, jasmine, and sandalwood can be relaxing and invigorating. During the holidays, many people find the warm glow and aroma of pine, gingerbread, or cinnamon makes a room feel more festive.Unfortunately, most mass-produced scented candles can have a negative impact on indoor air quality. From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit.From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit.So while you and your family may enjoy the fragrance of scented candles in your home, they may be harmful to your health. Read on to learn why some candles are bad for you.Paraffin waxAre paraffin wax candles safe? In what way can wax be harmful?According to a 2017 study in the International Journal of Tropical Disease and Health, paraffin candles emit pollutants that can threaten human health and shouldn’t be burned in enclosed areas (1).Most candles are made from paraffin, a petroleum byproduct. To create paraffin wax candles, petroleum waste is chemically bleached, deodorized, and made into wax. When burned, paraffin wax can release toxicvolatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, including known carcinogens like: alkenes acetone benzene toluene These are the same chemicals found in diesel fuel emissions and are known to cause allergies, asthma attacks, and skin problems.A 2005 study published by the University of South Florida showed that candles made of paraffin wax emit low levels of benzene even when they are not lit (2).Is burning candles bad for you?In addition to releasing toxic chemicals, burning paraffin wax produces soot composed of particulate matter such as, PM2.5 and ultrafine particles that can remain suspended in the air for hours. According to the University of South Florida study, ultrafine soot particles are similar to diesel exhaust in both their size and composition. They penetrate deeply into the lungs and are absorbed into the blood stream (3).A 2000 study conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency showed that soot emissions from candles are significantly higher after wax breakthrough occurs and when a candle is smoldering (4).Ultrafine particles are associated with severe health issues, including: allergies asthma COPD (5) respiratory tract infections heart attacks strokes cancer So, are candles bad for your health? Not all candles produce the same amount of air pollutants. A 2002 study published in theJournal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society found that soywax, much like beeswax candles, burned at a significantly lower rate and resulted in less soot than paraffin candles (6).Chemical fragrancesAnother problem with scented candles is that the chemicals they use to create a pleasing aroma are generally far from wholesome.Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature.Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature. Commonly emitted VOCs related to the scent in candles include (7): formaldehyde petroleum distillates limonene alcohol esters These harmful chemicals can cause health problems, such as: headaches dizziness allergy symptoms asthma attacks respiratory tract infections cancer Cored wicksMany candles have cored wicks made from cotton that are wrapped around a metal support. The design helps keep the wick from falling over into the wax. This is especially useful for scented candles because the fragrance oils soften the wax and allow non-cored wicks to go limp.Are candles toxic? If they have lead in them, possibly. Lead was once commonly used in cored candlewicks — especially in candles imported from overseas. However, after determining that these wicks could present a lead poisoning hazard to young children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the manufacture and sale of all candles with lead-core wicks in 2003 (8). Zinc and tin have been used as a substitute since the ban.All metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned.However, all metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned. Wicks with zinc and tin cores can still release small amounts of lead particles (9,10).Safer alternativesTo limit soot stains and poor air quality in your home, you should avoid or restrict the use of candles (11).If you still crave the pleasant ambiance and aroma of scented candles, here are safer ways to scent the air: Use essential oils for fragrance.Essential oils can be placed in a diffuser or in bathwater to create a desired aroma. Simmer spices.Place spices such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg in a pot of water and let it simmer on the stove. Create potpourri.Dried items such as flowers, berries, fruit rinds, wood chips, and spices can be placed in bowls or fabric bags and placed around your home. The takeawayLighting scented candles may seem like a relaxing way to enjoy your home. But burning scented candles releases VOC pollutants and worsens your home’s indoor air quality. Although fragrances from safer alternatives like essential oils can be pleasant, trulyclean air smells like nothing at all.","

Are scented candles bad for you?

Burning a scented candle is a popular way to create a pleasant ambiance at home. Scents such aslavender, jasmine, and sandalwood can be relaxing and invigorating. During the holidays, many people find the warm glow and aroma of pine, gingerbread, or cinnamon makes a room feel more festive.

Unfortunately, most mass-produced scented candles can have a negative impact on indoor air quality. From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit.

From the wax to the wick to the fragrance itself, the average scented candle can release harmful chemicals into the air — even when unlit.

So while you and your family may enjoy the fragrance of scented candles in your home, they may be harmful to your health. Read on to learn why some candles are bad for you.

Paraffin wax

Are paraffin wax candles safe? In what way can wax be harmful?

According to a 2017 study in the International Journal of Tropical Disease and Health, paraffin candles emit pollutants that can threaten human health and shouldn’t be burned in enclosed areas (1).

Most candles are made from paraffin, a petroleum byproduct. To create paraffin wax candles, petroleum waste is chemically bleached, deodorized, and made into wax. When burned, paraffin wax can release toxicvolatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, including known carcinogens like:

alkenes
acetone
benzene
toluene

These are the same chemicals found in diesel fuel emissions and are known to cause allergies, asthma attacks, and skin problems.

A 2005 study published by the University of South Florida showed that candles made of paraffin wax emit low levels of benzene even when they are not lit (2).

Is burning candles bad for you?

In addition to releasing toxic chemicals, burning paraffin wax produces soot composed of particulate matter such as, PM2.5 and ultrafine particles that can remain suspended in the air for hours. According to the University of South Florida study, ultrafine soot particles are similar to diesel exhaust in both their size and composition. They penetrate deeply into the lungs and are absorbed into the blood stream (3).

A 2000 study conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency showed that soot emissions from candles are significantly higher after wax breakthrough occurs and when a candle is smoldering (4).

Ultrafine particles are associated with severe health issues, including:

allergies
asthma
COPD (5)
respiratory tract infections
heart attacks
strokes
cancer

So, are candles bad for your health? Not all candles produce the same amount of air pollutants. A 2002 study published in theJournal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society found that soywax, much like beeswax candles, burned at a significantly lower rate and resulted in less soot than paraffin candles (6).

Chemical fragrances

Another problem with scented candles is that the chemicals they use to create a pleasing aroma are generally far from wholesome.

Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature.

Most scented candles use synthetic fragrances and dyes that give off dangerous VOCs even at room temperature. Commonly emitted VOCs related to the scent in candles include (7):

formaldehyde
petroleum distillates
limonene
alcohol
esters

These harmful chemicals can cause health problems, such as:

headaches
dizziness
allergy symptoms
asthma attacks
respiratory tract infections
cancer
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Cored wicks

Many candles have cored wicks made from cotton that are wrapped around a metal support. The design helps keep the wick from falling over into the wax. This is especially useful for scented candles because the fragrance oils soften the wax and allow non-cored wicks to go limp.

Are candles toxic? If they have lead in them, possibly. Lead was once commonly used in cored candlewicks — especially in candles imported from overseas. However, after determining that these wicks could present a lead poisoning hazard to young children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the manufacture and sale of all candles with lead-core wicks in 2003 (8). Zinc and tin have been used as a substitute since the ban.

All metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned.

However, all metal-core wicks release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air when they are burned. Wicks with zinc and tin cores can still release small amounts of lead particles (9,10).

Safer alternatives

To limit soot stains and poor air quality in your home, you should avoid or restrict the use of candles (11).

If you still crave the pleasant ambiance and aroma of scented candles, here are safer ways to scent the air:

\nUse essential oils for fragrance.Essential oils can be placed in a diffuser or in bathwater to create a desired aroma.
\nSimmer spices.Place spices such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg in a pot of water and let it simmer on the stove.
\nCreate potpourri.Dried items such as flowers, berries, fruit rinds, wood chips, and spices can be placed in bowls or fabric bags and placed around your home.

The takeaway

Lighting scented candles may seem like a relaxing way to enjoy your home. But burning scented candles releases VOC pollutants and worsens your home’s indoor air quality. Although fragrances from safer alternatives like essential oils can be pleasant, trulyclean air smells like nothing at all.

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They’re easily recognized by their hand-carved, often stylized shapes and dim, pinkish glow they emit when light shines through them.They’ve been gaining popularity for years, mostly because their distinct color and unique appearance make them attractive objects for interior decoration, and their glow can add a pleasing atmosphere to a room.But their recent rise in popularity as “natural” air purifiers should trouble you.A host of (often misleading) studies supporting the use of salt in treating respiratory conditions have escalated demand for these little pink things, especially within the well-primed alternative medicine market, full of people who may already be seeking home remedies for all sorts of health conditions and indoor environmental issues when modern medicine hasn’t seemed to help.And you shouldn’t buy a Himalayan salt lamp to purify your air for one major reason: they’re negative ionizers, and negative ionization is one of the most absurd air purification myths ever devised.Why are Himalayan salt lamps bad for air quality?Again, two words: negative ionization.If you ever hear the words “ionization” (in one form or another) and “air purification” in the same sentence, you should run in the opposite direction.In the context of air purification, negative ionization happens when negatively charged particles attach themselves, or “charge,” pollutant particles in the air, effectively removing them from ambient air by causing them to stick to nearby surfaces.This phenomenon also occurs in nature – know that distinct smell in the air after a thunderstorm? That’s the result of “atmospheric space charge” as air ions are generated by the electric fields of storms.1 Many air purifiers and purification devices sold in stores, including Himalayan salt lamps and a variety of “air ionizers,” artificially produce high voltage to achieve this same effect.The problem with negative ionization, though, is that it doesn’t actually remove pollutants from your indoor air – it just causes the particles to adhere themselves to nearby surfaces, where they’re easily stirred up by indoor activities like dusting, vacuuming, and ventilation.Charged particles can also stick to your respiratory tract, where charged particles can settle in your windpipe and lungs and cause even more harm that if they’d just remained in the air. Studies show that these particles can penetrate deep into your respiratory system and cause both heart and lung conditions.2The average, nightstand-sized Himalayan salt lamp generates only a small number of negative ions into the air, so you may not notice any tangible change in your air quality or health, at least immediately. But these lamps can be huge: you can buy salt lamps that weight up to 300 pounds for thousands of dollars, and their ionization effects may have a more noticeable effect on your air, especially if you live in an airtight, energy-efficient home in which indoor pollutants have a much harder time getting out.And negative ionizers have another dark secret: they can also create indoor ozone (O3).There are two main types of ozone: Stratospheric ozone: Alayer of ozone occurs naturally several miles up in the atmosphere, where it protects the surface of the earth (and people’s skin) from ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Tropospheric ozone: Also called ground-level ozone or smog, ground-level ozone tends to develop when heat from sunlight reacts with chemicals near the ground, many of which are produced by emissions from vehicle exhaust and factory smoke. Negative ionization can generate tropospheric ozone indoors. While stratospheric ozone has no interaction with us in the lower atmosphere, ground-level ozone is far more harmful when it builds up to high levels. And perhaps one of the starkest examples of ground-level ozone is one that millions of us know very well – the smog that forms in major cities during rush hour.If you live near a freeway, dense urban center, or even at a high elevation where you can see the area around an urban area. A few hours or less after rush hour begins and the sun begins to rise, you’ll start to notice a visible layer of haze build up. This is ground-level ozone, and even though it’s a typical feature of modern life, extensive research shows that it causes a plethora of immediate symptoms, including: Coughing Wheezing Trouble breathing Stuffy nose Dizziness Tingling in arms and legs Fever3,4 Further research suggests that ozone is also responsible for long-term health problems, such as asthma, heart disease, and lung disease. Emerging studies on rats also suggest that ozone could cause seizures and blindness.So even though you may not get rush-hour levels of ozone in your home from a salt lamp, indoor ozone buildup can indeed cause some disruptive health effects if you don’t follow best practices for good Indoor Air Quality.So what’s so special about Himalayan salt?So how did someone come up with the idea that Himalayan salt lamps have any health effects at all?The story stretches back millennia. Truly authentic Himalayan salt comes from the Khewra salt reserves in the Punjab region of Pakistan. Salt mined here is thought to be millions of years old and contain numerous minerals.Salt lamps have been proposed for use in treatments for conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) because of their purported therapeutic effects on your respiratory system. This treatment even has a clinical term: halotherapy, based on an ages-old respiratory treatment technique known as speleotherapy. First used in Eastern Europe, speleotherapy consists of spending time in a salt cave, where four environmental conditions are thought to help reduce symptoms of respiratory illness:5 Stable air temperature Moderate to high humidity Presence of aerosol elements, such as sodium, potassium, and magnesium Lack of airborne pollutants Halotherapy takes the notion that salt cave environments are good for respiratory health by having people inhale small amounts of salt particles that are released into the ambient air of a controlled room to “reproduce” a salt cave’s microclimate. But there’s no conclusive evidence that either speleotherapy or halotherapy actually relieve respiratory symptoms.6Take the claims with a grain of...well, saltSo here’s the takeaway: We’re not saying you shouldn’t get a Himalayan salt lamp. Their dim glow can be quite soothing at night when you’re trying to fall asleep.But they don’t purify air. And “air purifiers” that emits ions and ozone may make your indoor air quality worse, introduce new health problems, and exacerbate existing ones.You can take many precautions to monitorand keep your indoor air clean, but buying a salt lamp isn’t one of them. Try these proven methods instead: Be aware of your indoor air quality. The AirVisual Series consists of portable air quality monitors that use cutting-edge laser technology to give you real-time measurements of key pollutants, including particulate matter. AirVisual Series also provides 72-hour historical and forecast data so that you can know exactly when and why your indoor air quality changes. Control sources of poor indoor air quality. If you’re thinking about buying a salt lamp to purify your air, chances are that you do have air quality issues that you may be able to do something about. The first step to improving your indoor indoor air quality is source control.This means eliminating individual sources of pollution or reducing their emissions. Regularly clean your HVAC system ducts. Install a whole-house air purifier into your HVAC system to reduce indoor pollutants by up to 95%. Replace water-damaged areas of your home to prevent mold and dust mites. Keep paints, solvents, and other chemicals in well-ventilated areas. Ventilate your home. Let in fresh air regularly to lower the concentrations of indoor air pollutants. This is especially important if you live in an airtight, energy-efficient home in which indoor pollutants have nowhere to go and thus build up to dangerous levels. Open doors and windows when outdoor air quality is good. Use a range hood for your stove to capture gases and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from cooking. Use an air purifier with HyperHEPA technology. The IQAir HealthPro Plusis the best air purifier for even the smallest pollutant particles, removing up to 99.5% of particulates down to 0.003 microns, like viruses and ultrafine particles from vehicle exhaust. The Atempersonal air purifier can also provide pure, pollutant-free air directly into your personal breathing zone. Sure, a salt lamp can be a nice accessory and bring some calm into your home. But there’s plenty you can do to actually keep your indoor air clean and bring yourself some peace of mind knowing that your home is a clean air sanctuary.","

Himalayan salt lamps DO NOT purify indoor air.

These trendy little lamps consist of a light bulb placed inside a chunk of pink Himalayan salt. They’re easily recognized by their hand-carved, often stylized shapes and dim, pinkish glow they emit when light shines through them.

They’ve been gaining popularity for years, mostly because their distinct color and unique appearance make them attractive objects for interior decoration, and their glow can add a pleasing atmosphere to a room.

But their recent rise in popularity as “natural” air purifiers should trouble you.

A host of (often misleading) studies supporting the use of salt in treating respiratory conditions have escalated demand for these little pink things, especially within the well-primed alternative medicine market, full of people who may already be seeking home remedies for all sorts of health conditions and indoor environmental issues when modern medicine hasn’t seemed to help.

And you shouldn’t buy a Himalayan salt lamp to purify your air for one major reason: they’re negative ionizers, and negative ionization is one of the most absurd air purification myths ever devised.

Why are Himalayan salt lamps bad for air quality?

Again, two words: negative ionization.

If you ever hear the words “ionization” (in one form or another) and “air purification” in the same sentence, you should run in the opposite direction.

In the context of air purification, negative ionization happens when negatively charged particles attach themselves, or “charge,” pollutant particles in the air, effectively removing them from ambient air by causing them to stick to nearby surfaces.

This phenomenon also occurs in nature – know that distinct smell in the air after a thunderstorm? That’s the result of “atmospheric space charge” as air ions are generated by the electric fields of storms.¹ Many air purifiers and purification devices sold in stores, including Himalayan salt lamps and a variety of “air ionizers,” artificially produce high voltage to achieve this same effect.

The problem with negative ionization, though, is that it doesn’t actually remove pollutants from your indoor air – it just causes the particles to adhere themselves to nearby surfaces, where they’re easily stirred up by indoor activities like dusting, vacuuming, and ventilation.

Charged particles can also stick to your respiratory tract, where charged particles can settle in your windpipe and lungs and cause even more harm that if they’d just remained in the air. Studies show that these particles can penetrate deep into your respiratory system and cause both heart and lung conditions.²

The average, nightstand-sized Himalayan salt lamp generates only a small number of negative ions into the air, so you may not notice any tangible change in your air quality or health, at least immediately. But these lamps can be huge: you can buy salt lamps that weight up to 300 pounds for thousands of dollars, and their ionization effects may have a more noticeable effect on your air, especially if you live in an airtight, energy-efficient home in which indoor pollutants have a much harder time getting out.

And negative ionizers have another dark secret: they can also create indoor ozone (O₃).

There are two main types of ozone:

\nStratospheric ozone: Alayer of ozone occurs naturally several miles up in the atmosphere, where it protects the surface of the earth (and people’s skin) from ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
\nTropospheric ozone: Also called ground-level ozone or smog, ground-level ozone tends to develop when heat from sunlight reacts with chemicals near the ground, many of which are produced by emissions from vehicle exhaust and factory smoke.

Negative ionization can generate tropospheric ozone indoors. While stratospheric ozone has no interaction with us in the lower atmosphere, ground-level ozone is far more harmful when it builds up to high levels. And perhaps one of the starkest examples of ground-level ozone is one that millions of us know very well – the smog that forms in major cities during rush hour.

If you live near a freeway, dense urban center, or even at a high elevation where you can see the area around an urban area. A few hours or less after rush hour begins and the sun begins to rise, you’ll start to notice a visible layer of haze build up. This is ground-level ozone, and even though it’s a typical feature of modern life, extensive research shows that it causes a plethora of immediate symptoms, including:

Coughing
Wheezing
Trouble breathing
Stuffy nose
Dizziness
Tingling in arms and legs
Fever^3,4\n

Further research suggests that ozone is also responsible for long-term health problems, such as asthma, heart disease, and lung disease. Emerging studies on rats also suggest that ozone could cause seizures and blindness.

So even though you may not get rush-hour levels of ozone in your home from a salt lamp, indoor ozone buildup can indeed cause some disruptive health effects if you don’t follow best practices for good Indoor Air Quality.

So what’s so special about Himalayan salt?

So how did someone come up with the idea that Himalayan salt lamps have any health effects at all?

The story stretches back millennia. Truly authentic Himalayan salt comes from the Khewra salt reserves in the Punjab region of Pakistan. Salt mined here is thought to be millions of years old and contain numerous minerals.

Salt lamps have been proposed for use in treatments for conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) because of their purported therapeutic effects on your respiratory system. This treatment even has a clinical term: halotherapy, based on an ages-old respiratory treatment technique known as speleotherapy. First used in Eastern Europe, speleotherapy consists of spending time in a salt cave, where four environmental conditions are thought to help reduce symptoms of respiratory illness:⁵

Stable air temperature
Moderate to high humidity
Presence of aerosol elements, such as sodium, potassium, and magnesium
Lack of airborne pollutants

Halotherapy takes the notion that salt cave environments are good for respiratory health by having people inhale small amounts of salt particles that are released into the ambient air of a controlled room to “reproduce” a salt cave’s microclimate. But there’s no conclusive evidence that either speleotherapy or halotherapy actually relieve respiratory symptoms.⁶

Take the claims with a grain of...well, salt

So here’s the takeaway: We’re not saying you shouldn’t get a Himalayan salt lamp. Their dim glow can be quite soothing at night when you’re trying to fall asleep.

But they don’t purify air. And “air purifiers” that emits ions and ozone may make your indoor air quality worse, introduce new health problems, and exacerbate existing ones.

You can take many precautions to monitorand keep your indoor air clean, but buying a salt lamp isn’t one of them. Try these proven methods instead:

\nBe aware of your indoor air quality. The AirVisual Series consists of portable air quality monitors that use cutting-edge laser technology to give you real-time measurements of key pollutants, including particulate matter. AirVisual Series also provides 72-hour historical and forecast data so that you can know exactly when and why your indoor air quality changes.
\nControl sources of poor indoor air quality. If you’re thinking about buying a salt lamp to purify your air, chances are that you do have air quality issues that you may be able to do something about. The first step to improving your indoor indoor air quality is source control.This means eliminating individual sources of pollution or reducing their emissions.\n\n\t
- Regularly clean your HVAC system ducts. Install a whole-house air purifier into your HVAC system to reduce indoor pollutants by up to 95%.
- Replace water-damaged areas of your home to prevent mold and dust mites.
- Keep paints, solvents, and other chemicals in well-ventilated areas.
\n\n\t
\nVentilate your home. Let in fresh air regularly to lower the concentrations of indoor air pollutants. This is especially important if you live in an airtight, energy-efficient home in which indoor pollutants have nowhere to go and thus build up to dangerous levels.\n\n\t
- Open doors and windows when outdoor air quality is good.
- Use a range hood for your stove to capture gases and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from cooking.
\n\n\t
\nUse an air purifier with HyperHEPA technology. The IQAir HealthPro Plusis the best air purifier for even the smallest pollutant particles, removing up to 99.5% of particulates down to 0.003 microns, like viruses and ultrafine particles from vehicle exhaust. The Atempersonal air purifier can also provide pure, pollutant-free air directly into your personal breathing zone.

Sure, a salt lamp can be a nice accessory and bring some calm into your home. But there’s plenty you can do to actually keep your indoor air clean and bring yourself some peace of mind knowing that your home is a clean air sanctuary.
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But not all air purifiers safely clean the air. Not all air purifiers safely clean the air. Let's take an evidence-based approach to the industry and separate the fact from the fiction. What should I look for in an air purifier? Before we examine the various air purifiers on the market with a critical eye, it’s essential to have a solid understanding of what does make a good air purifier. 1. HEPA filters are the standard for the industry. What is a HEPA filter? High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters capture airborne particles from moving air using a dense, random arrangement of fibers. HEPA filters use the physics of particles moving through air to yank them out of the air flow. Their operation is simple but extremely effective, and HEPA filters are now standard issue for almost every air purifier on the market. But it wasn’t always that way. Air purifiers have been around for well over a century. The first air purification systems appeared in the 1850s in charcoal-based masks used by coal miners. They were designed to keep toxic dust out of their lungs. The technology was so successful that, less than twenty years later, respirators were added to these types of masks to protect firefighters from breathing in smoke chemicals and pollutants (1). Beginning in the 1940s, the United States Atomic Energy Commission started experimenting with high-efficiency particulate arrestance, better known now as HEPA, as a method of shielding soldiers from atomic radiation on World War II battlefields (2). HEPA filters did nothing to filter radiation particles, but researchers quickly learned that HEPA filters could filter out many harmful pollutants. In 1963, Manfred and Klaus Hammes, the founders of IQAir, introduced the world’s first residential air filter based on HEPA technology, helping reduce indoor pollution as well as chronic asthma symptoms. Not long after, HEPA became so widespread that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) required that all filters sold under the name “HEPA” must filter at least 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.3 microns (3). Since then, HEPA air purification has become the standard for the air purification industry. HEPA is now thrown around as a generic term for air filters, but HEPA filters continue to filter 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns. The HyperHEPA filter builds upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems. Many manufacturers, including IQAir, have built upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems. IQAir’s patented HyperHEPAfilter is one such filter. HyperHEPA filters remove 99.5% of particles down to 0.003 microns, which are 100 times smaller than the DOE’s required 0.3-micron particle size. 2. Not all air purifier designs are created equal. All air purifier manufacturers know that their filters need to live up to this HEPA standard. But long-standing, strict guidelines around air filters can provide a false sense of security in HEPA. To advertise an air purifier as HEPA, it only needs to contain HEPA paper, the paper used to construct a HEPA filter. Whether the air purifier’s Total System Efficiency meets HEPA requirements is another story. In fact, most HEPA air purifiers are not tested for total efficiency (4). The hidden factor at work here is leakage. Despite the high efficiency of many HEPA filters, the housing designs of many air purifiers are not airtight. This means that dirty, unfiltered air passes around the HEPA filter through tiny openings, cracks, and space around the frame of the HEPA filter itself or between the frame and the purifier housing (5). So even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, they’re only telling part of the story. In some cases, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less (6). Even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less. Some air purifier manufacturers have resolved this issue with designs that are built to minimize or eliminate leakage. IQAir uses patented 3D UltraSeal knife-edge-in-groove sealing between the filter frame and the purifier housing to guarantee the full efficiency of our HyperHEPA filtration media. 3. Concerned about gas and odors? Go beyond HEPA. While HyperHEPA filters are great at getting particles out of the air, they do NOT take gases and odors out of the air. Unlike particles, the molecules that comprise gases, odors, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are not solid and will float through even the densest HyperHEPA filters. That’s where activated carbon filters come in. How do these filters work? It’s simpler than you might think: Chunks of carbon material (like charcoal) are exposed to high concentrations of oxygen. Countless pores open on the carbon surface, increasing the carbon surface area enormously. At this point, a pound of activated carbon can have the same surface area as 100 football fields. Several pounds of activated carbon are arranged in a flat “bed” and packaged in a proprietary filter design (such as IQAir’s V5 Cell gas and odor control filter). Air passes through the activated carbon bed. Gas, chemical, and VOC molecules are adsorbed into the carbon pores, meaning that they chemically bond to the extensive charcoal surface area. Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes (7)(8). Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes. Some air purifiers are designed to maximize activated carbon in case you’re more concerned about, for example, gases from cooking or odors from pets than about particle pollution in your home. IQAir’s GC MultiGas is built for such a purpose—while carbon filters generally use a few pounds of carbon, the GC MultiGas contains 12 pounds of activated carbon as well as impregnated alumina, providing well over 1200 football fields worth of surface area for gas and VOC molecules to adsorb to. The takeaway Now you know that the elements of a good air purifier are: HyperHEPA media for particle filtration No system leakage due to sealed filter and purifier housing Activated carbon for gas and odor filtration But we're not done yet. Just as important to know is what not to look for in an air purifier. What should I avoid in an air purifier? When considering air purifiers, some people wonder about their effectiveness and even potential risks. Question often arise, such as \"Do air purifiers work?\" or \"Are air purifiers effective?\" The answer is that while some air cleaning methods can remove particles and pollutants from the air, their capabilities are often limited. But it's not just about effectiveness. People also ask, \"Are air purifiers bad for you?\" This concern arises from potential hidden costs to your health. It's important to be aware of inefficiencies and any potential risks associated with the air purifier you're considering before making a purchase. So, if you're in the market for an air purifier, remember to ask yourself whether it will be effective at removing pollutants and particles from the air, and whether it poses any risks to your health. Ionizer air purifiers Ionizers are purported to purify air by sending out negatively charged ions (anions) that attract positively charged pollution particles (cations), causing them to leave the air and stick to surfaces like ceilings, walls, and furniture. Many popular air purifiers use ionization technology, also called negative ionization, as a central component of their operation. Research suggests that ionizers can help stop potentially infectious molds and bacteria from spreading in sterile environments like dental clinics and hospitals (9)(10). But there are two critical downsides to ionization (11)(12): Ionizer air purifiersdon’t get rid of pollutants. Particles charged by negative ions aren’t removed from the air—they merely stick to surfaces nearby. This includes surfaces inside your airways, such as your windpipe and alveoli, the sacs of air in your lungs. Pollutant build-up can cause heart, lung, and other respiratory conditions. Ionizer air purifierscan generate harmful ozone. Ionizers produce ozone (O3) that can build up to dangerous levels indoors. At even low levels, indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb (the organ that helps your brain process odors), and even be fatal at high concentrations. Indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb, and even be fatal at high concentrations. Verdict Don't buy an ionizer air purifier.They don’t remove particles from the air, and the ozone they produce can have harmful side effects, even if the purifier claims that they only charge the particles “a little bit.” Ozone Generators It’s worth saying again: ozone is TERRIBLE for you, especially indoor ozone build-up. The health concerns are serious enough that in 2017, California banned the use of ozonehome air purifiers (13). Ozone generators use a process called corona discharge to release ozone molecules into the air. When an ozone molecule intermingles with a particle or gas molecule, an ozone atom clings to the other molecule and blows it up in a process known as oxidation. Oxidation in the atmosphere after a lightning strike is also what makes the air smell so distinct after a thunderstorm. However, ozone generators do little to clean air and are quite bad for you. Here’s just a short (and far from complete) list of reasons why (14)(15)(16)(17)(18): Ozone can take years to fully clear even a small room of gases. Ozone reactions can introduce ultrafine particles (UFPs) into the air.UFPs can get into your lungs and your bloodstream, causing heart disease and even stunting lung development in children. Indoor ozone levels can rise five to ten times above recommended limits,which range from 0.05 to 0.1 parts per million (ppm), because of a lack of ventilation and in combination with outdoor ozone that seeps indoors.To put this in perspective, those who are sensitive to ozone, such as children, people with asthma, and pets, start experiencing health effects at only 0.01 ppm. Even a “safe” ozone generator that emits a small amount of ozone can quickly trigger potentially life-threatening ailments like asthma attacks. Verdict Don’t buy an ozone generator. They’re NOT air purifiers. Not only do they fail to clean your air, they hurt you and the most vulnerable in your home: your children and your pets. UV Light Purifiers Ultraviolet (UV) light is often used to disinfect equipment in hospitals and prevent the spread of harmful strains of bacteria and viruses (19)(20). One of the most common UV purification methods is called ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, or UVGI. In UVGI, intense UV lights are shined on bacteria and viruses, damaging their DNA beyond repair. Bacterial cells and viruses then shut themselves down because they can no longer function. This is called apoptosis, or programmed cell death, which effectively destroys their ability to cause infections (21). But UV air purification isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Here’s why(22) (23) (24) (25) (26): Bacteria and viruses need to be exposed to UV light for a certain amount of timebefore they’re rendered harmless: some strains need to be treated with UV for several hours in direct UV light before they’re destroyed.Home UV air purifiers don’t shine UV light on them long enough to be genuinely useful. Some bacteria can come back to life and become infectious again even after being disinfected by UV light. UV lights do nothing for pollutant particles.Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter, like PM10 and PM2.5. Many UV air purifiers produce ozone. UV light can burn your skin and damage your eyes. Sure, most UV purifiers block the light from shining out of the purifier, but even brief UV exposure can cause permanent skin and eye damage as well as cancer. Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter. Verdict Don’t buy a UV light air purifier. UV light somewhat disinfects but doesn’t purify air, and research shows that UV’s disinfection potential for air may be exaggerated. What do I do now? At this point, you should feel like you have a good sense of what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to a truly effective air purification system. So, what should you do now, armed with your knowledge of what makes a good air purifier? You have a multitude of options for maximizing your indoor air quality: Get a HyperHEPA air purifier. Patented HyperHEPA filtration technology removes 99.5% of pollutant particles down to 0.003 microns, the smallest particles in existence. Use advanced gas-phase filtration. Patented V5 Cell gas and odor control filters, used in HealthPro Series air purifiers, eliminateharmful chemicals and compounds with five pounds of activated carbon. The GC MultiGas features 12 pounds of activated carbon and impregnated alumina to help protect you against indoor gases and chemicals, in addition to our powerful HyperHEPA particle filtration. Use a personal air purifier. Atem Series personal air purifiers are equipped with HyperHEPA filtration technology and a PureJet diffuser that instantly blankets you in clean air. They’re sleek, compact, and portable, allowing you to breathe virtually pure air anytime, anywhere. Install a whole-house air purifier. Your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at home uses outdoor air to heat and cool your home, so even with an indoor air purifier, your air still might become polluted by outdoor particulates on days with poor air quality. The PerfectPro Series whole-house air purifier is equipped with the most powerful HyperHEPA filters available for a residential air purification systems. It fits seamlessly into your existing HVAC system, ensuring that air entering your home is always up to the highest possible standard of quality. Still not sure? Read about some of the misconceptions that surround air purification technology. Use our Help Me Choose tool to see what air purifier may work best for your indoor air quality needs. The most capable air purification technology is always backed by evidence-based facts and science. When it comes to choosing the best air purifier, science has got your back.","

The home air purifier market has undergone many shifts and starts in its decades-long history as an affordable solution for indoor air quality. Along with those shifts have been seemingly ground breaking advancements in filtration technologies that may seem like the next revolution in air purification.

But not all air purifiers safely clean the air.

Not all air purifiers safely clean the air.

Let's take an evidence-based approach to the industry and separate the fact from the fiction.

What should I look for in an air purifier?

Before we examine the various air purifiers on the market with a critical eye, it’s essential to have a solid understanding of what does make a good air purifier.

$\"Air$

1. HEPA filters are the standard for the industry.

What is a HEPA filter?

High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters capture airborne particles from moving air using a dense, random arrangement of fibers. HEPA filters use the physics of particles moving through air to yank them out of the air flow. Their operation is simple but extremely effective, and HEPA filters are now standard issue for almost every air purifier on the market.

But it wasn’t always that way.

Air purifiers have been around for well over a century. The first air purification systems appeared in the 1850s in charcoal-based masks used by coal miners. They were designed to keep toxic dust out of their lungs. The technology was so successful that, less than twenty years later, respirators were added to these types of masks to protect firefighters from breathing in smoke chemicals and pollutants (1).

Beginning in the 1940s, the United States Atomic Energy Commission started experimenting with high-efficiency particulate arrestance, better known now as HEPA, as a method of shielding soldiers from atomic radiation on World War II battlefields (2).

HEPA filters did nothing to filter radiation particles, but researchers quickly learned that HEPA filters could filter out many harmful pollutants.

In 1963, Manfred and Klaus Hammes, the founders of IQAir, introduced the world’s first residential air filter based on HEPA technology, helping reduce indoor pollution as well as chronic asthma symptoms. Not long after, HEPA became so widespread that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) required that all filters sold under the name “HEPA” must filter at least 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.3 microns (3).

Since then, HEPA air purification has become the standard for the air purification industry. HEPA is now thrown around as a generic term for air filters, but HEPA filters continue to filter 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns.

The HyperHEPA filter builds upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems.

Many manufacturers, including IQAir, have built upon the HEPA model to create even more efficient filtration systems. IQAir’s patented HyperHEPAfilter is one such filter. HyperHEPA filters remove 99.5% of particles down to 0.003 microns, which are 100 times smaller than the DOE’s required 0.3-micron particle size.

2. Not all air purifier designs are created equal.

All air purifier manufacturers know that their filters need to live up to this HEPA standard. But long-standing, strict guidelines around air filters can provide a false sense of security in HEPA.

To advertise an air purifier as HEPA, it only needs to contain HEPA paper, the paper used to construct a HEPA filter. Whether the air purifier’s Total System Efficiency meets HEPA requirements is another story. In fact, most HEPA air purifiers are not tested for total efficiency (4).

The hidden factor at work here is leakage. Despite the high efficiency of many HEPA filters, the housing designs of many air purifiers are not airtight. This means that dirty, unfiltered air passes around the HEPA filter through tiny openings, cracks, and space around the frame of the HEPA filter itself or between the frame and the purifier housing (5).

So even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, they’re only telling part of the story. In some cases, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less (6).

Even though many air purifiers claim that their HEPA filters remove nearly 100% of particles from the air that passes through them, the actual efficiency of the whole air purifier design, with leakage considered, is closer to 80% or less.

Some air purifier manufacturers have resolved this issue with designs that are built to minimize or eliminate leakage. IQAir uses patented 3D UltraSeal knife-edge-in-groove sealing between the filter frame and the purifier housing to guarantee the full efficiency of our HyperHEPA filtration media.

3. Concerned about gas and odors? Go beyond HEPA.

While HyperHEPA filters are great at getting particles out of the air, they do NOT take gases and odors out of the air.

Unlike particles, the molecules that comprise gases, odors, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are not solid and will float through even the densest HyperHEPA filters. That’s where activated carbon filters come in.

How do these filters work? It’s simpler than you might think:

Chunks of carbon material (like charcoal) are exposed to high concentrations of oxygen.
Countless pores open on the carbon surface, increasing the carbon surface area enormously. At this point, a pound of activated carbon can have the same surface area as 100 football fields.
Several pounds of activated carbon are arranged in a flat “bed” and packaged in a proprietary filter design (such as IQAir’s V5 Cell gas and odor control filter).
Air passes through the activated carbon bed.
Gas, chemical, and VOC molecules are adsorbed into the carbon pores, meaning that they chemically bond to the extensive charcoal surface area.

Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes (7)(8).

Activated carbon adsorption is the go-to method of filtration for gases as well as chemical pollutants from vehicle emissions and combustion processes.

Some air purifiers are designed to maximize activated carbon in case you’re more concerned about, for example, gases from cooking or odors from pets than about particle pollution in your home. IQAir’s GC MultiGas is built for such a purpose—while carbon filters generally use a few pounds of carbon, the GC MultiGas contains 12 pounds of activated carbon as well as impregnated alumina, providing well over 1200 football fields worth of surface area for gas and VOC molecules to adsorb to.

The takeaway

Now you know that the elements of a good air purifier are:

\nHyperHEPA media for particle filtration
\nNo system leakage due to sealed filter and purifier housing
\nActivated carbon for gas and odor filtration

But we're not done yet. Just as important to know is what not to look for in an air purifier.

What should I avoid in an air purifier?

When considering air purifiers, some people wonder about their effectiveness and even potential risks. Question often arise, such as \"Do air purifiers work?\" or \"Are air purifiers effective?\" The answer is that while some air cleaning methods can remove particles and pollutants from the air, their capabilities are often limited.

But it's not just about effectiveness. People also ask, \"Are air purifiers bad for you?\" This concern arises from potential hidden costs to your health. It's important to be aware of inefficiencies and any potential risks associated with the air purifier you're considering before making a purchase.

So, if you're in the market for an air purifier, remember to ask yourself whether it will be effective at removing pollutants and particles from the air, and whether it poses any risks to your health.

Ionizer air purifiers

Ionizers are purported to purify air by sending out negatively charged ions (anions) that attract positively charged pollution particles (cations), causing them to leave the air and stick to surfaces like ceilings, walls, and furniture.

Many popular air purifiers use ionization technology, also called negative ionization, as a central component of their operation. Research suggests that ionizers can help stop potentially infectious molds and bacteria from spreading in sterile environments like dental clinics and hospitals (9)(10).

But there are two critical downsides to ionization (11)(12):

\nIonizer air purifiersdon’t get rid of pollutants. Particles charged by negative ions aren’t removed from the air—they merely stick to surfaces nearby. This includes surfaces inside your airways, such as your windpipe and alveoli, the sacs of air in your lungs. Pollutant build-up can cause heart, lung, and other respiratory conditions.
\nIonizer air purifierscan generate harmful ozone. Ionizers produce ozone (O3) that can build up to dangerous levels indoors. At even low levels, indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb (the organ that helps your brain process odors), and even be fatal at high concentrations. \n

Indoor ozone can irritate your airways, trigger asthma attacks, damage your olfactory bulb, and even be fatal at high concentrations.

Verdict

Don't buy an ionizer air purifier.They don’t remove particles from the air, and the ozone they produce can have harmful side effects, even if the purifier claims that they only charge the particles “a little bit.”

Ozone Generators

It’s worth saying again: ozone is TERRIBLE for you, especially indoor ozone build-up. The health concerns are serious enough that in 2017, California banned the use of ozonehome air purifiers (13).

Ozone generators use a process called corona discharge to release ozone molecules into the air. When an ozone molecule intermingles with a particle or gas molecule, an ozone atom clings to the other molecule and blows it up in a process known as oxidation. Oxidation in the atmosphere after a lightning strike is also what makes the air smell so distinct after a thunderstorm.

However, ozone generators do little to clean air and are quite bad for you. Here’s just a short (and far from complete) list of reasons why (14)(15)(16)(17)(18):

\nOzone can take years to fully clear even a small room of gases.
\nOzone reactions can introduce ultrafine particles (UFPs) into the air.UFPs can get into your lungs and your bloodstream, causing heart disease and even stunting lung development in children.
\nIndoor ozone levels can rise five to ten times above recommended limits,which range from 0.05 to 0.1 parts per million (ppm), because of a lack of ventilation and in combination with outdoor ozone that seeps indoors.To put this in perspective, those who are sensitive to ozone, such as children, people with asthma, and pets, start experiencing health effects at only 0.01 ppm. Even a “safe” ozone generator that emits a small amount of ozone can quickly trigger potentially life-threatening ailments like asthma attacks.

Verdict

Don’t buy an ozone generator. They’re NOT air purifiers. Not only do they fail to clean your air, they hurt you and the most vulnerable in your home: your children and your pets.

UV Light Purifiers

Ultraviolet (UV) light is often used to disinfect equipment in hospitals and prevent the spread of harmful strains of bacteria and viruses (19)(20).

One of the most common UV purification methods is called ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, or UVGI.

In UVGI, intense UV lights are shined on bacteria and viruses, damaging their DNA beyond repair. Bacterial cells and viruses then shut themselves down because they can no longer function. This is called apoptosis, or programmed cell death, which effectively destroys their ability to cause infections (21).

But UV air purification isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Here’s why(22) (23) (24) (25) (26):

\nBacteria and viruses need to be exposed to UV light for a certain amount of timebefore they’re rendered harmless: some strains need to be treated with UV for several hours in direct UV light before they’re destroyed.Home UV air purifiers don’t shine UV light on them long enough to be genuinely useful.
\nSome bacteria can come back to life and become infectious again even after being disinfected by UV light.
\nUV lights do nothing for pollutant particles.Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter, like PM10 and PM2.5.
Many UV air purifiers produce ozone.
\nUV light can burn your skin and damage your eyes. Sure, most UV purifiers block the light from shining out of the purifier, but even brief UV exposure can cause permanent skin and eye damage as well as cancer.

Air treated with UV light can still be full of harmful particulate matter.

Verdict

Don’t buy a UV light air purifier. UV light somewhat disinfects but doesn’t purify air, and research shows that UV’s disinfection potential for air may be exaggerated.

What do I do now?

At this point, you should feel like you have a good sense of what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to a truly effective air purification system.

So, what should you do now, armed with your knowledge of what makes a good air purifier? You have a multitude of options for maximizing your indoor air quality:

\nGet a HyperHEPA air purifier. Patented HyperHEPA filtration technology removes 99.5% of pollutant particles down to 0.003 microns, the smallest particles in existence.
\nUse advanced gas-phase filtration.\n
- Patented V5 Cell gas and odor control filters, used in HealthPro Series air purifiers, eliminateharmful chemicals and compounds with five pounds of activated carbon.
- The GC MultiGas features 12 pounds of activated carbon and impregnated alumina to help protect you against indoor gases and chemicals, in addition to our powerful HyperHEPA particle filtration.
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\nUse a personal air purifier. Atem Series personal air purifiers are equipped with HyperHEPA filtration technology and a PureJet diffuser that instantly blankets you in clean air. They’re sleek, compact, and portable, allowing you to breathe virtually pure air anytime, anywhere.
\nInstall a whole-house air purifier. Your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at home uses outdoor air to heat and cool your home, so even with an indoor air purifier, your air still might become polluted by outdoor particulates on days with poor air quality. The PerfectPro Series whole-house air purifier is equipped with the most powerful HyperHEPA filters available for a residential air purification systems. It fits seamlessly into your existing HVAC system, ensuring that air entering your home is always up to the highest possible standard of quality.

Still not sure? Read about some of the misconceptions that surround air purification technology. Use our Help Me Choose tool to see what air purifier may work best for your indoor air quality needs.

The most capable air purification technology is always backed by evidence-based facts and science. When it comes to choosing the best air purifier, science has got your back.

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These conditions make sufferers susceptible to heart attacks, transient chest pain, heart failure, stroke, and sudden death from cardiac arrhythmia. Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with respiratory and cardiovascular pre-existing conditions may find that they experience more severe symptoms and find it harder to breathe.3 The full impact of wildfire smoke is not yet fully understood. A 2017 review in Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology found that there are still important study opportunities for exploring the long-term health implications of smoke exposure, smoke exposure recovery, and additional smoke inhalation health impacts for children.4 Exposure to smoke can be dangerous simply due to the microorganisms within the smoke. A 2020 study in Science magazine noted that microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke.5 The study theorizes that infectious disease may be spread as bacteria and fungi become part of smoke’s particulate composition. Microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke, and infectious disease may be spread as they become part of the smoke’s particulate composition. How wildfire smoke behaves Many factors affect wildfire smoke behavior, such as: weather geographical terrain the stage of the fire wind Use the live, interactive air quality map below to see how weather, wind, and location can impact the behavior of wildfire smoke near you. Windy conditions generally cause smoke to mix with larger volumes of air to lower smoke concentrations. However, strong winds also can spread fires more quickly, causing larger fires with greater impact. Regional weather can be the dominant determinant in how a fire behaves as well as how smoke affects surrounding areas. However, regional weather systems can spread fires quickly and result in larger fires with more smoke generated, creating the potential for even greater impacts. Strong regional weather systems can also dominate a fire’s behavior for days and be the determining factor of where and how smoke will affect an area. Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the Western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe. Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe.6 Wildfire safety tips Wildfire smoke events can occur seemingly without warning. But there are steps you can take to prepare yourself using appropriate safety precautions for wildfires. Keep the air clean in your home. Keep windows and doors closed closed and seal off any openings to the outside, including vents, to help prevent outdoor smoke from getting in. When using an air conditioner, be sure to set it to re-circulate and close the fresh-air intake. Filter the air when ventilating the space. An air purifier for wildfire smoke, will help remove smoke particles of all sizes down to 0.003 microns from the indoor air and help control ozone levels. This is critical if you live in an urban area downwind (even remotely) from wildfires. Stay indoors as much as possible. This tactic is most useful in buildings that effectively stop outdoor air from getting inside. If you need to travel by car to leave or evacuate an area affected by wildfire smoke, use a car air purifier to help keep your vehicle interior air clean as you pass through smoky or polluted areas. You can also use a portable, personal air purifier to access clean air where other air filtration systems are not available. Wear a mask outdoors. Only use an air pollution mask with an N95, KN95, N100, or FFP2 rating to help. Avoid activities that further pollute the indoor air. Avoid burning candles, using the fireplace, or even vacuuming unless you own a high-performance HEPA vacuum cleaner. All of these activities can otherwise become additional sources of indoor air pollutants. Monitor your indoor air quality. Use an air quality monitor to track levels of indoor pollutants like PM2.5 and CO2 from smoke and other indoor pollution sources. Take action if indoor air pollutants rise to dangerous levels by running an air purifier, circulating fresh air through your HVAC system, or leaving your home temporarily if indoor air becomes unsafe to breathe or your home is threatened by wildfire. Use an air quality monitoring app to keep track of pollutants in your environment. The AirVisual app displays real-time hyperlocal data from over 80,000 sensors around the world. The app also tracks up to six key wildfire pollutants, such as PM2.5, CO2, and NO2, so that you have the best picture of your local air quality during a wildfire and can take action to help protect your health. Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. Learn to protect the health of yourself and your family, and rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary precautions. During a wildfire, it’s also important to monitor your local air quality to see how wildfire smoke will affect your outdoor air. The takeaway Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. And while wildfire smoke may be a warning sign of imminent fires, smoke also delivers its own set of risks for people living miles beyond the source. Though smoke pollutants carried on the wind may be invisible, their impacts are felt by those most at risk. Smoke pollutants pose health threats that range from irritation and cough to more serious respiratory and cardiac risks. By helping control smoke pollutants that threaten our indoor air quality through monitoring and air purification, it's possible to help manage wildfire smoke health risks.","

When considering the dangers of wildfires, thoughts of fleeing your home while a raging wildfire rapidly approaches can easily consume your imagination. However, the number one cause of death from fires is smoke inhalation.

The primary cause of death from wildfires is smoke inhalation. 50 to 80 percent of fire deaths are from smoke inhalation.

Inhaling smoke damages your body in one or both of the following ways:

by robbing it of oxygen
through particulate matter irritation

Smoke inhalation is particularly dangerous because you may not show symptoms until 24 to 48 hours after exposure. 50–80 percent of fire deaths are from smoke inhalation.¹

Read on to learn how to help protect the health of yourself and your loved ones, and learn some wildfire smoke safety tips to rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary wildfire safety precautions to reduce the consequences of toxic wildfire smoke.

What’s in wildfire smoke?

Wildfire smoke is a mixture of thousands of individual compounds, including harmful particles and gases that pose a severe health risk to anyone (including pets) nearby and downwind from a fire.

Wildfire smoke often contains:

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water vapor
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trace minerals
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carbon dioxide
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carbon monoxide
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hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide compounds that contribute to elevated ozone (O₃) levels
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volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including acrolein and formaldehyde (potent respiratory irritants)
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Wildfire smoke often contains fine (PM2.5) and ultrafine particles that can be absorbed directly into your blood stream and reach any organ or area of your body.

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Pictured: The typical contents of wildfire smoke, including ultrafine particles (≤ 0.3 microns), PM2.5 (2.5-10 microns), acrolein, PM10 (> 10 microns), formaldehyde, carbon dioxide (CO₂), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons. Source: IQAir

Wildfire smoke composition depends upon multiple factors, including:

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The primary pollutant threatening the health of those nearby and downwind of a wildfire is particulate matter. Wildfire smoke often contains fine (or PM2.5) and ultrafine particles. These tiny airborne particles are the most dangerous to your health.

Fine particles (smaller than 2.5 microns) penetrate deeply into your lungs.

The most dangerous are ultrafine particles (smaller than 0.1 microns), which represent 90% of all airborne particles. These particles are tiny and can be absorbed directly into your bloodstream. Once in your blood, they can reach any organ or area of your body.

Clean the air with high-performance air filtration
Learn more about our wildfire smoke air purifiers

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Wildfire smoke and at-risk populations

Most healthy adults will recover from smoke exposure. However, certain individuals are more at risk for severe health consequences, including:²

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Young children. Children whose lungs are still developing are considered more vulnerable, regardless of whether they have a pre-existing condition.
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Pregnant women. Wildfire smoke inhalation puts pregnant women and their unborn children at a higher risk than the general population.
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Older adults. This population is at-risk due to an increased rate of pre-existing heart and lung disease.
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Anyone with a respiratory disease. Individuals with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, COPD, asthma, or another respiratory disease are at-risk.
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Individuals with heart disease. Circulatory diseases include high blood pressure, vascular diseases, heart failure, and cerebrovascular conditions. These conditions make sufferers susceptible to heart attacks, transient chest pain, heart failure, stroke, and sudden death from cardiac arrhythmia.
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Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with respiratory and cardiovascular pre-existing conditions may find that they experience more severe symptoms and find it harder to breathe.³

The full impact of wildfire smoke is not yet fully understood. A 2017 review in Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology found that there are still important study opportunities for exploring the long-term health implications of smoke exposure, smoke exposure recovery, and additional smoke inhalation health impacts for children.⁴

Exposure to smoke can be dangerous simply due to the microorganisms within the smoke. A 2020 study in Science magazine noted that microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke.⁵ The study theorizes that infectious disease may be spread as bacteria and fungi become part of smoke’s particulate composition.

 Microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungal spores, comprise some of the particulate matter found in smoke, and infectious disease may be spread as they become part of the smoke’s particulate composition.

How wildfire smoke behaves

Many factors affect wildfire smoke behavior, such as:

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the stage of the fire
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Use the live, interactive air quality map below to see how weather, wind, and location can impact the behavior of wildfire smoke near you.

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Windy conditions generally cause smoke to mix with larger volumes of air to lower smoke concentrations. However, strong winds also can spread fires more quickly, causing larger fires with greater impact.

Regional weather can be the dominant determinant in how a fire behaves as well as how smoke affects surrounding areas. However, regional weather systems can spread fires quickly and result in larger fires with more smoke generated, creating the potential for even greater impacts.

Strong regional weather systems can also dominate a fire’s behavior for days and be the determining factor of where and how smoke will affect an area.

Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the Western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe.

Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the western United States drifted for nearly 5,000 miles, eventually being detected in Europe.⁶

Wildfire safety tips

Wildfire smoke events can occur seemingly without warning. But there are steps you can take to prepare yourself using appropriate safety precautions for wildfires.

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Keep the air clean in your home. Keep windows and doors closed closed and seal off any openings to the outside, including vents, to help prevent outdoor smoke from getting in. When using an air conditioner, be sure to set it to re-circulate and close the fresh-air intake. Filter the air when ventilating the space. An air purifier for wildfire smoke, will help remove smoke particles of all sizes down to 0.003 microns from the indoor air and help control ozone levels. This is critical if you live in an urban area downwind (even remotely) from wildfires.
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Stay indoors as much as possible. This tactic is most useful in buildings that effectively stop outdoor air from getting inside. If you need to travel by car to leave or evacuate an area affected by wildfire smoke, use a car air purifier to help keep your vehicle interior air clean as you pass through smoky or polluted areas. You can also use a portable, personal air purifier to access clean air where other air filtration systems are not available.
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Wear a mask outdoors. Only use an air pollution mask with an N95, KN95, N100, or FFP2 rating to help.
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Avoid activities that further pollute the indoor air. Avoid burning candles, using the fireplace, or even vacuuming unless you own a high-performance HEPA vacuum cleaner. All of these activities can otherwise become additional sources of indoor air pollutants.
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Monitor your indoor air quality. Use an air quality monitor to track levels of indoor pollutants like PM2.5 and CO₂ from smoke and other indoor pollution sources. Take action if indoor air pollutants rise to dangerous levels by running an air purifier, circulating fresh air through your HVAC system, or leaving your home temporarily if indoor air becomes unsafe to breathe or your home is threatened by wildfire.
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Use an air quality monitoring app to keep track of pollutants in your environment. The AirVisual app displays real-time hyperlocal data from over 80,000 sensors around the world. The app also tracks up to six key wildfire pollutants, such as PM2.5, CO₂, and NO₂, so that you have the best picture of your local air quality during a wildfire and can take action to help protect your health.
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Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. Learn to protect the health of yourself and your family, and rest assured that you’ve taken the necessary precautions.

During a wildfire, it’s also important to monitor your local air quality to see how wildfire smoke will affect your outdoor air.

The takeaway

Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity. Wildfire smoke can negatively affect your health, even if you’re far away from the actual fire. And while wildfire smoke may be a warning sign of imminent fires, smoke also delivers its own set of risks for people living miles beyond the source.

Though smoke pollutants carried on the wind may be invisible, their impacts are felt by those most at risk. Smoke pollutants pose health threats that range from irritation and cough to more serious respiratory and cardiac risks.

By helping control smoke pollutants that threaten our indoor air quality through monitoring and air purification, it's possible to help manage wildfire smoke health risks.

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Find out more about the Bug and Stallion fires and their impacts across northern Nevada and nearby California.

","What are the names and locations of the wildfires? As of August 16, 2026, the Bug Fire is burning across Washoe County in Nevada and Lassen and Sierra Counties in California. It began northwest of Cold Springs along U.S. Route 395 near the Nevada-California state line and has merged with the Fred Mountain Fire. The fire now extends east toward Winnemucca Ranch Road (1). The Stallion Fire is burning separately in Washoe County, Nevada, south of Pyramid Lake. The fire has spread near State Routes 445 and 446, affecting communities between Pyramid Lake and the Reno-Sparks area (2). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfires? The cities and areas affected by the Bug and Stallion fires include: Antelope Valley Canyon Hills Cold Springs Dogskin Mountains Hungry Valley Lemmon Valley Moon Rocks Nixon North Spanish Springs Palomino Valley Pyramid Lake Rancho Haven Silver Knolls Sutcliffe Wadsworth White Lake Winnemucca Ranch Road What is the current containment status of the wildfires? As of August 16, 2026, the Bug Fire has burned approximately 94,105 acres and is 84% contained, while the Stallion Fire has burned approximately 40,691 acres and remains 81% contained. Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Level 3 “Go” evacuation orders and Level 2 “Set” evacuation warnings remain in effect in parts of Washoe County. Lassen County has also issued an evacuation warning for Zone LAS-671-B. More than 4,000 people have been displaced, and evacuation zones may change as fire conditions evolve. Residents should monitor official evacuation maps and local emergency notifications for the latest updates. How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of August 16, 2026, the Bug Fire is 84% contained, while the Stallion Fire is 81% contained.","

What are the names and locations of the wildfires?

As of August 16, 2026, the Bug Fire is burning across Washoe County in Nevada and Lassen and Sierra Counties in California. It began northwest of Cold Springs along U.S. Route 395 near the Nevada-California state line and has merged with the Fred Mountain Fire. The fire now extends east toward Winnemucca Ranch Road (1).

The Stallion Fire is burning separately in Washoe County, Nevada, south of Pyramid Lake. The fire has spread near State Routes 445 and 446, affecting communities between Pyramid Lake and the Reno-Sparks area (2).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfires?

The cities and areas affected by the Bug and Stallion fires include:

Antelope Valley
Canyon Hills
\nCold Springs
\n
Dogskin Mountains
Hungry Valley
Lemmon Valley
Moon Rocks
\nNixon
\n
North Spanish Springs
Palomino Valley
Pyramid Lake
Rancho Haven
Silver Knolls
\nSutcliffe
\n
\nWadsworth
\n
White Lake
Winnemucca Ranch Road

What is the current containment status of the wildfires?

As of August 16, 2026, the Bug Fire has burned approximately 94,105 acres and is 84% contained, while the Stallion Fire has burned approximately 40,691 acres and remains 81% contained.

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Level 3 “Go” evacuation orders and Level 2 “Set” evacuation warnings remain in effect in parts of Washoe County. Lassen County has also issued an evacuation warning for Zone LAS-671-B.

More than 4,000 people have been displaced, and evacuation zones may change as fire conditions evolve. Residents should monitor official evacuation maps and local emergency notifications for the latest updates.

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
\nContribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
\n
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
\n

As of August 16, 2026, the Bug Fire is 84% contained, while the Stallion Fire is 81% contained.

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Find out more about the Wrights Spring Fire, including its location, containment status, affected areas, and active evacuation orders.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of August 16, 2026, the Wrights Spring Fire is burning in Klamath County in southern Oregon. The fire is located within the Fremont-Winema National Forests, approximately two miles west of Sprague River and southeast of Chiloquin. Fire activity has extended toward Bliss Road, Bly Mountain, Swan Lake Rim, and nearby rural communities (1). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Wrights Spring Fire include: Bliss Road area Bly Mountain Chiloquin Flat Lake Horton Reservoir Saddle Mountain Sprague River Swan Lake Rim Yonna Woods What is the current containment status of the Wrights Spring Fire? As of August 16, 2026, the Wrights Spring Fire has burned 53,388 acres and is 47% contained. Firefighters are reinforcing established fire lines, constructing contingency lines southeast of the fire, and securing areas around Bliss Road, Flat Lake, Saddle Mountain, and Swan Lake Rim. Structure protection remains a priority around Yonna Woods and Bly Mountain. Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Level 3 Go Now evacuation orders, Level 2 Be Set evacuation warnings, and Level 1 Be Ready notices remain in effect for numerous evacuation zones in Klamath County. Residents should monitor instructions from local authorities because evacuation levels may change as fire conditions develop (2). Red Cross emergency shelters are open at Chiloquin Elementary School, located at 548 South 2nd Avenue in Chiloquin, and Living Springs Fellowship, located at 31897 Mission Street in Bonanza. The Klamath County Fairgrounds at 3531 South 6th Street in Klamath Falls is available as a large-animal shelter. How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of August 16, 2026, this fire is 47% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of August 16, 2026, the Wrights Spring Fire is burning in Klamath County in southern Oregon.

The fire is located within the Fremont-Winema National Forests, approximately two miles west of Sprague River and southeast of Chiloquin. Fire activity has extended toward Bliss Road, Bly Mountain, Swan Lake Rim, and nearby rural communities (1).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Wrights Spring Fire include:

Bliss Road area
Bly Mountain
Chiloquin
Flat Lake
Horton Reservoir
Saddle Mountain
Sprague River
Swan Lake Rim
Yonna Woods

What is the current containment status of the Wrights Spring Fire?

As of August 16, 2026, the Wrights Spring Fire has burned 53,388 acres and is 47% contained.

Firefighters are reinforcing established fire lines, constructing contingency lines southeast of the fire, and securing areas around Bliss Road, Flat Lake, Saddle Mountain, and Swan Lake Rim. Structure protection remains a priority around Yonna Woods and Bly Mountain.

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Level 3 Go Now evacuation orders, Level 2 Be Set evacuation warnings, and Level 1 Be Ready notices remain in effect for numerous evacuation zones in Klamath County. Residents should monitor instructions from local authorities because evacuation levels may change as fire conditions develop (2).

Red Cross emergency shelters are open at Chiloquin Elementary School, located at 548 South 2nd Avenue in Chiloquin, and Living Springs Fellowship, located at 31897 Mission Street in Bonanza. The Klamath County Fairgrounds at 3531 South 6th Street in Klamath Falls is available as a large-animal shelter.

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of August 16, 2026, this fire is 47% contained.

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Find out more about the major wildfires burning across Oregon, including current fire activity, affected communities, and evacuation information.

","What are the names and locations of the wildfires? As of August 16, 2026, multiple large wildfires are actively burning across North-Central and Eastern Oregon, prompting evacuation orders, threatening communities, and drawing a significant multi-agency firefighting response. The largest incidents are burning across Gilliam, Wheeler, Wasco, Crook, Jefferson, and Umatilla counties, while several additional fires remain active throughout the state. Oregon remains under heightened wildfire activity because of hot, dry weather, gusty winds, and dry vegetation. The Hay Creek Complex, formerly known as the Lower Rock Creek and Hoag Fires, burned in Gilliam County near Lower and Middle Rock Creek Roads, west of Highway 19 (1). The Rowe Creek Complex is burning southwest of Fossil in Wheeler County near Highway 218 and approximately one mile east of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument (2). The Akawa Butte Fire is burning across Deschutes and Jefferson counties in central Oregon near Akawa Butte and Henkle Butte (3). The Coyote Fire is burning in Crook County, Oregon, southeast of Prineville and near the communities of Post and Paulina (4). The Henry Fire is burning in Crook County, Oregon, approximately 2 miles south of Paulina (5). The Bench Fire is burning in Jefferson County, Oregon, near Warm Springs, the Deschutes River, Lake Billy Chinook, Pelton Dam, and Highway 26. The Bench and Beachcomb fires have merged and are now managed as the Bench Fire (6). The Shingle Fire is burning across Crook, Grant, and Wheeler counties in central Oregon. Fire activity has expanded toward Highway 26, Cottonwood Creek, Dayville, and surrounding ranchlands (7). The Grasshopper Fire is burning across Clackamas, Hood River, and Wasco Counties in north-central Oregon. The lightning-caused fire began on July 23 on the eastern side of the Mt. Hood National Forest and has burned through much of the Badger Creek Wilderness (8). In addition to these major incidents, numerous other notable fires are burning across Oregon, including the Austin Fire, Bologna Fire, Olive Butte, Burnt Creek, Hagen, and Powder River Fires. Numerous smaller wildfires are also active across the state as firefighters continue responding to rapidly changing fire conditions. Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Oregon wildfires include: Hay Creek Complex Gilliam County Sherman County Wasco County Rowe Creek Complex Condon Wasco County Wheeler County Brewer Reservoir Crook County Grizzly Mountain Jefferson County Madras Akawa Butte Fire Akawa Butte Deschutes County Henkle Butte Jefferson County Coyote Fire Paulina Post Prineville Southern Crook County Wiley Flat burn scar area Henry Fire Paulina Prineville Southern Crook County Bench Fire Dry Hollow Lake Simtustus Madras Pelton Dam Warm Springs Shingle Fire Dayville Paulina Prineville Antone Ranch Rattlesnake Creek Grasshopper Fire Dufur Government Camp Hood River Parkdale Pine Hollow Rhododendron The Dalles Wamic What is the current containment status of the wildfires? As of August 16, 2026, containment remains limited across many of Oregon's largest wildfires. Several fires continue to exhibit active fire behavior under dry weather conditions, while firefighters focus on protecting homes, strengthening containment lines, and limiting additional fire growth. The Hay Creek Complex has burned approximately 200,292 acres and is at 100% containment. The Rowe Creek Complex has burned 373,783 acres and remains at 89% containment. The Akawa Butte Fire has grown to approximately 27,491 acres. It is 99% contained. The Coyote Fire has burned approximately 17,459.3 acres and is 88% contained. The Henry Fire has burned approximately 29,888.5 acres and is 97% contained. The Bench Fire has burned approximately 67,079.5 acres and remains 86% contained. The Shingle Fire has burned approximately 73,179 acres and is 89% contained. The Grasshopper Fire has burned approximately 87,819.4 acres and is 37% contained. Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for multiple wildfire incidents across Oregon. Emergency management officials continue to update evacuation zones as fire conditions change, and residents are encouraged to monitor official alerts and leave immediately if directed to do so. Residents living near any active wildfire should remain prepared to evacuate immediately if conditions deteriorate and should continue monitoring local emergency management agencies for updated evacuation information. How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of August 16, 2026, the Hay Creek Complex is 100% contained.The Rowe Creek Complex is 89% contained.The Akawa Butte Fire is 99% contained.The Coyote Fire is 88% contained.The Henry Fire is 97% contained.The Bench Fire is 86% contained.The Shingle Fire is 89% contained.The Grasshopper is 37% contained.","

What are the names and locations of the wildfires?

As of August 16, 2026, multiple large wildfires are actively burning across North-Central and Eastern Oregon, prompting evacuation orders, threatening communities, and drawing a significant multi-agency firefighting response.

The largest incidents are burning across Gilliam, Wheeler, Wasco, Crook, Jefferson, and Umatilla counties, while several additional fires remain active throughout the state. Oregon remains under heightened wildfire activity because of hot, dry weather, gusty winds, and dry vegetation.

The Hay Creek Complex, formerly known as the Lower Rock Creek and Hoag Fires, burned in Gilliam County near Lower and Middle Rock Creek Roads, west of Highway 19 (1).

The Rowe Creek Complex is burning southwest of Fossil in Wheeler County near Highway 218 and approximately one mile east of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument (2).

The Akawa Butte Fire is burning across Deschutes and Jefferson counties in central Oregon near Akawa Butte and Henkle Butte (3).

The Coyote Fire is burning in Crook County, Oregon, southeast of Prineville and near the communities of Post and Paulina (4).

The Henry Fire is burning in Crook County, Oregon, approximately 2 miles south of Paulina (5).

The Bench Fire is burning in Jefferson County, Oregon, near Warm Springs, the Deschutes River, Lake Billy Chinook, Pelton Dam, and Highway 26. The Bench and Beachcomb fires have merged and are now managed as the Bench Fire (6).

The Shingle Fire is burning across Crook, Grant, and Wheeler counties in central Oregon. Fire activity has expanded toward Highway 26, Cottonwood Creek, Dayville, and surrounding ranchlands (7).

The Grasshopper Fire is burning across Clackamas, Hood River, and Wasco Counties in north-central Oregon. The lightning-caused fire began on July 23 on the eastern side of the Mt. Hood National Forest and has burned through much of the Badger Creek Wilderness (8).

In addition to these major incidents, numerous other notable fires are burning across Oregon, including the Austin Fire, Bologna Fire, Olive Butte, Burnt Creek, Hagen, and Powder River Fires. Numerous smaller wildfires are also active across the state as firefighters continue responding to rapidly changing fire conditions.

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Oregon wildfires include:

Hay Creek Complex

Gilliam County
Sherman County
Wasco County

Rowe Creek Complex

\nCondon
\n
Wasco County
Wheeler County
Brewer Reservoir
Crook County
Grizzly Mountain
\nJefferson County
\n
Madras

Akawa Butte Fire

Akawa Butte
\nDeschutes County
\n
Henkle Butte
Jefferson County

Coyote Fire

Paulina
Post
Prineville
Southern Crook County
Wiley Flat burn scar area

Henry Fire

Paulina
Prineville
Southern Crook County

Bench Fire

Dry Hollow
Lake Simtustus
\nMadras
\n
Pelton Dam
\nWarm Springs
\n

Shingle Fire

\nDayville
\n
Paulina
Prineville
Antone Ranch
Rattlesnake Creek

Grasshopper Fire

Dufur
Government Camp
Hood River
Parkdale
Pine Hollow
\nRhododendron
\n
\nThe Dalles
\n
Wamic

What is the current containment status of the wildfires?

As of August 16, 2026, containment remains limited across many of Oregon's largest wildfires. Several fires continue to exhibit active fire behavior under dry weather conditions, while firefighters focus on protecting homes, strengthening containment lines, and limiting additional fire growth.

The Hay Creek Complex has burned approximately 200,292 acres and is at 100% containment.

The Rowe Creek Complex has burned 373,783 acres and remains at 89% containment.

The Akawa Butte Fire has grown to approximately 27,491 acres. It is 99% contained.

The Coyote Fire has burned approximately 17,459.3 acres and is 88% contained.

The Henry Fire has burned approximately 29,888.5 acres and is 97% contained.

The Bench Fire has burned approximately 67,079.5 acres and remains 86% contained.

The Shingle Fire has burned approximately 73,179 acres and is 89% contained.

The Grasshopper Fire has burned approximately 87,819.4 acres and is 37% contained.

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for multiple wildfire incidents across Oregon. Emergency management officials continue to update evacuation zones as fire conditions change, and residents are encouraged to monitor official alerts and leave immediately if directed to do so.

Residents living near any active wildfire should remain prepared to evacuate immediately if conditions deteriorate and should continue monitoring local emergency management agencies for updated evacuation information.

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
\nContribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
\n
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
\n

As of August 16, 2026, the Hay Creek Complex is 100% contained.
The Rowe Creek Complex is 89% contained.
The Akawa Butte Fire is 99% contained.
The Coyote Fire is 88% contained.
The Henry Fire is 97% contained.
The Bench Fire is 86% contained.
The Shingle Fire is 89% contained.
The Grasshopper is 37% contained.

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Find out more about the major wildfires affecting communities across Washington.

","What are the names and locations of the wildfires? As of August 16, 2026, multiple active wildfires are burning across Washington, prompting evacuations and affecting communities across the state. The Ptarmigan Fire is burning in Okanogan County, Washington. The fire is active in the Pasayten Wilderness near the Pasayten Airstrip and the Middle Fork Pasayten River drainage, north of the Methow Valley (1). The Sinlahekin Fire is burning northwest of Sinlahekin Campground near Tonasket in Okanogan County. The fire has spread toward Palmer Mountain, Rattlesnake Peak, South Pine Creek, and areas west of the Okanogan River (2). The Little Giant Fire is burning across Chelan and Okanogan counties. It extends through remote terrain around the Entiat River, Chiwawa River, Glacier Peak Wilderness, and Lake Chelan (3). The Modrite Fire is burning across Ferry and Stevens counties near Inchelium. The fire remains west of Lake Roosevelt and south of Bridge Creek Road (4). The Autumn Lane Fire is burning across Spokane and Stevens counties. Active areas include Suncrest, Swenson Road, Barney Coker Canyon, and Indian Painted Rocks (5). The Old Trails Fire is burning in Spokane County. The fire has affected areas around Nine Mile Road, West Francis Avenue, Five Mile, and neighborhoods northwest of Spokane (6). The Fairview Fire burned near Mead in Spokane County. It began near North Fairview Road and East Piper Road and burned through brush and grass, threatening nearby homes, power lines, and timber (7). Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfires? The cities and areas affected by the Washington wildfires include: Ptarmigan Fire Harts Pass Methow Valley Middle Fork Pasayten River drainage Pasayten Airstrip Pasayten Wilderness Sinlahekin Fire Aeneas Mountain Loomis area Oroville area Palmer Mountain Pine Creek area Rattlesnake Peak Tonasket Little Giant Fire Chiwawa River area Entiat River corridor Glacier Peak Wilderness Lake Chelan south shore Manson side of Lake Chelan Modrite Fire Bridge Creek Road area Inchelium Kewa-Meteor Road area Seylor Valley Stranger Creek area Western Lake Roosevelt area Autumn Lane Fire Barney Coker Canyon Indian Painted Rocks North Dorset Road area North Riverbluff Lane area Suncrest Swenson Road area Old Trails Fire Five Mile area Nine Mile Road area Northwestern Spokane West Euclid Avenue area West Francis Avenue area West Strong Road area Fairview Fire Mead Mount Spokane Park Drive area Orchard Road area Peone Road area Pleasant Prairie area What is the current containment status of the wildfires? As of August 16, 2026, the Ptarmigan Fire has burned 24,515.8 acres and is 40% contained. The Sinlahekin Fire has burned 152,682 acres and is 44% contained. The Little Giant Fire has burned approximately 132,351 acres and is 10% contained. The Modrite Fire has burned 57,664.9 acres and is 83% contained. The Autumn Lane Fire has burned 5,764 acres and is 97% contained. The Old Trails Fire has burned 3,175.9 acres and is 97% contained. Fire activity has moderated, although gusty winds remain a concern. The Fairview Fire has burned approximately 992.5 acres and is 100% contained. Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Evacuation orders and warnings are in effect around most of the wildfires, particularly near Lake Chelan, Tonasket, Inchelium, Mead, and the Spokane area. Ptarmigan Fire: Harts Pass Road and the Pacific Crest Trail near the Pasayten Wilderness remain partially closed. Sinlahekin Fire: Level 3 evacuation orders cover areas west of the Okanogan River north toward Oroville. Level 2 evacuation warnings are in effect in Tonasket and nearby areas. Little Giant Fire: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 notices cover parts of the Lake Chelan south shore and the Manson side of the lake. Modrite Fire: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 notices cover mapped areas of Ferry County near Inchelium. Level 1 notices are also in effect in parts of Stevens County. Autumn Lane Fire: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 notices cover areas around Suncrest, Highway 291, Swenson Road, Wildrose, Ridgeway, and Woolard Road. Old Trails Fire: Level 2 and Level 3 notices cover areas around Five Mile, Nine Mile Road, and northwestern Spokane. Fairview Fire: Level 2 and Level 3 notices cover areas near Mead, Mount Spokane Park Drive, Peone Road, Market Street, and Pleasant Prairie. How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of August 16, 2026, The Ptarmigan Fire is 40% contained.The Sinlahekin Fire is 44% contained.The Little Giant Fire is 10% contained.The Modrite Fire is 83% contained.The Autumn Lane Fire is 97% contained.The Old Trails Fire is 97% contained.The Fairview Fire is 100% contained.","

What are the names and locations of the wildfires?

As of August 16, 2026, multiple active wildfires are burning across Washington, prompting evacuations and affecting communities across the state.

The Ptarmigan Fire is burning in Okanogan County, Washington. The fire is active in the Pasayten Wilderness near the Pasayten Airstrip and the Middle Fork Pasayten River drainage, north of the Methow Valley (1).

The Sinlahekin Fire is burning northwest of Sinlahekin Campground near Tonasket in Okanogan County. The fire has spread toward Palmer Mountain, Rattlesnake Peak, South Pine Creek, and areas west of the Okanogan River (2).

The Little Giant Fire is burning across Chelan and Okanogan counties. It extends through remote terrain around the Entiat River, Chiwawa River, Glacier Peak Wilderness, and Lake Chelan (3).

The Modrite Fire is burning across Ferry and Stevens counties near Inchelium. The fire remains west of Lake Roosevelt and south of Bridge Creek Road (4).

The Autumn Lane Fire is burning across Spokane and Stevens counties. Active areas include Suncrest, Swenson Road, Barney Coker Canyon, and Indian Painted Rocks (5).

The Old Trails Fire is burning in Spokane County. The fire has affected areas around Nine Mile Road, West Francis Avenue, Five Mile, and neighborhoods northwest of Spokane (6).

The Fairview Fire burned near Mead in Spokane County. It began near North Fairview Road and East Piper Road and burned through brush and grass, threatening nearby homes, power lines, and timber (7).

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfires?

The cities and areas affected by the Washington wildfires include:

Ptarmigan Fire

Harts Pass
Methow Valley
Middle Fork Pasayten River drainage
Pasayten Airstrip
Pasayten Wilderness

Sinlahekin Fire

Aeneas Mountain
Loomis area
Oroville area
Palmer Mountain
Pine Creek area
Rattlesnake Peak
\nTonasket
\n

Little Giant Fire

Chiwawa River area
Entiat River corridor
Glacier Peak Wilderness
Lake Chelan south shore
\nManson side of Lake Chelan

Modrite Fire

Bridge Creek Road area
\nInchelium
\n
Kewa-Meteor Road area
Seylor Valley
Stranger Creek area
Western Lake Roosevelt area

Autumn Lane Fire

Barney Coker Canyon
Indian Painted Rocks
North Dorset Road area
North Riverbluff Lane area
\nSuncrest
\n
Swenson Road area

Old Trails Fire

Five Mile area
Nine Mile Road area
Northwestern Spokane
\n
West Euclid Avenue area
West Francis Avenue area
West Strong Road area

Fairview Fire

\nMead
\n
Mount Spokane Park Drive area
Orchard Road area
Peone Road area
Pleasant Prairie area

What is the current containment status of the wildfires?

As of August 16, 2026, the Ptarmigan Fire has burned 24,515.8 acres and is 40% contained.

The Sinlahekin Fire has burned 152,682 acres and is 44% contained.

The Little Giant Fire has burned approximately 132,351 acres and is 10% contained.

The Modrite Fire has burned 57,664.9 acres and is 83% contained.

The Autumn Lane Fire has burned 5,764 acres and is 97% contained.

The Old Trails Fire has burned 3,175.9 acres and is 97% contained. Fire activity has moderated, although gusty winds remain a concern.

The Fairview Fire has burned approximately 992.5 acres and is 100% contained.

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Evacuation orders and warnings are in effect around most of the wildfires, particularly near Lake Chelan, Tonasket, Inchelium, Mead, and the Spokane area.

Ptarmigan Fire: Harts Pass Road and the Pacific Crest Trail near the Pasayten Wilderness remain partially closed.
Sinlahekin Fire: Level 3 evacuation orders cover areas west of the Okanogan River north toward Oroville. Level 2 evacuation warnings are in effect in Tonasket and nearby areas.
Little Giant Fire: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 notices cover parts of the Lake Chelan south shore and the Manson side of the lake.
Modrite Fire: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 notices cover mapped areas of Ferry County near Inchelium. Level 1 notices are also in effect in parts of Stevens County.
Autumn Lane Fire: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 notices cover areas around Suncrest, Highway 291, Swenson Road, Wildrose, Ridgeway, and Woolard Road.
Old Trails Fire: Level 2 and Level 3 notices cover areas around Five Mile, Nine Mile Road, and northwestern Spokane.
Fairview Fire: Level 2 and Level 3 notices cover areas near Mead, Mount Spokane Park Drive, Peone Road, Market Street, and Pleasant Prairie.

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
\nContribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
\n
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
\n

As of August 16, 2026, The Ptarmigan Fire is 40% contained.
The Sinlahekin Fire is 44% contained.
The Little Giant Fire is 10% contained.
The Modrite Fire is 83% contained.
The Autumn Lane Fire is 97% contained.
The Old Trails Fire is 97% contained.
The Fairview Fire is 100% contained.

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The Widemouth 2 Fire remains active in central Utah, prompting ongoing evacuation orders. Find out more about the Widemouth 2 Fire.

","What is the name and location of the wildfire? As of August 16, 2026, the Widemouth 2 Fire is burning across Millard and Sevier Counties in central Utah. The fire is affecting areas near Fillmore, Kanosh, Meadow, Joseph Peak, and the Fillmore Ranger District of Fishlake National Forest. Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire? The cities and areas affected by the Widemouth 2 Fire include: Chalk Creek Fillmore Fillmore Ranger District Joseph Peak Kanosh Meadow Millard County Sevier County What is the current containment status of the wildfire? As of August 16, 2026, the Widemouth 2 Fire has burned approximately 129,741 acres and is 80% contained. Firefighters are strengthening containment lines near local communities while working to slow the fire's spread through steep and rugged terrain (1). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for several communities near the Widemouth 2 Fire in Millard and Sevier Counties. Level 3 Go evacuation orders are in effect for the following areas. Residents in these locations should evacuate immediately: Kanosh, south of 300 S Turkey Track Lane and Cemetery Road Meadow, from 4400 S to Reservation Road Private properties near Joseph Peak. Level 2 Set evacuation warnings are in effect for the following areas. Residents should be prepared to evacuate: Kanosh, north of 300 S Fillmore, from 500 S to Reservation Road Areas extending west and south from 500 S and Baker Lane, including eastern portions of Highway 99 south to just beyond the Great Lakes Cheese Plant Meadow, from Meadow Canyon Road south to 4400 S An evacuation shelter is available at the Fillmore LDS Stake Center, located at 25 S 300 W St, Fillmore, Utah. Residents should monitor updates from the Millard County Sheriff's Office and the Sevier County Sheriff's Office. Those placed under a Level 3 evacuation order may receive emergency phone alerts and door-to-door notifications. Public access restrictions also remain in effect for designated lands, roads, and trails in the Fillmore Ranger District of Fishlake National Forest. Additional closures apply to certain Bureau of Land Management areas in Millard County. How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke? Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts. Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode. Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke. Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data. Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask. As of August 16, 2026, this fire is 80% contained.","

What is the name and location of the wildfire?

As of August 16, 2026, the Widemouth 2 Fire is burning across Millard and Sevier Counties in central Utah.

The fire is affecting areas near Fillmore, Kanosh, Meadow, Joseph Peak, and the Fillmore Ranger District of Fishlake National Forest.

Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?

The cities and areas affected by the Widemouth 2 Fire include:

Chalk Creek
Fillmore
Fillmore Ranger District
Joseph Peak
Kanosh
Meadow
Millard County
Sevier County

What is the current containment status of the wildfire?

As of August 16, 2026, the Widemouth 2 Fire has burned approximately 129,741 acres and is 80% contained.

Firefighters are strengthening containment lines near local communities while working to slow the fire's spread through steep and rugged terrain (1).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for several communities near the Widemouth 2 Fire in Millard and Sevier Counties.

Level 3 Go evacuation orders are in effect for the following areas. Residents in these locations should evacuate immediately:

Kanosh, south of 300 S
Turkey Track Lane and Cemetery Road
Meadow, from 4400 S to Reservation Road
Private properties near Joseph Peak.

Level 2 Set evacuation warnings are in effect for the following areas. Residents should be prepared to evacuate:

Kanosh, north of 300 S
Fillmore, from 500 S to Reservation Road
Areas extending west and south from 500 S and Baker Lane, including eastern portions of Highway 99 south to just beyond the Great Lakes Cheese Plant
Meadow, from Meadow Canyon Road south to 4400 S

An evacuation shelter is available at the Fillmore LDS Stake Center, located at 25 S 300 W St, Fillmore, Utah. Residents should monitor updates from the Millard County Sheriff's Office and the Sevier County Sheriff's Office. Those placed under a Level 3 evacuation order may receive emergency phone alerts and door-to-door notifications.

Public access restrictions also remain in effect for designated lands, roads, and trails in the Fillmore Ranger District of Fishlake National Forest. Additional closures apply to certain Bureau of Land Management areas in Millard County.

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

\nGet a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.\n

As of August 16, 2026, this fire is 80% contained.

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Find out more about the historic Indiana flooding.

","What is the location of the flooding? As of August 16, 2026, historic flooding is affecting central, eastern, and southeastern Indiana following several days of storms that began on August 11. The South Central Indiana Flooding event covers areas within Marion, Madison, Delaware, Shelby, Fayette, Franklin, and Dearborn counties (1). Flooding is concentrated along the White River, Mississinewa River, Big Blue River, Whitewater River, West Fork of the Whitewater River, East Fork White River, Driftwood River, Flatrock River, and portions of the Wabash River (2). At least six people have died across Indiana, while flooding along the White River has caused extensive damage and evacuations in Indianapolis and surrounding communities (3). Which cities or areas are affected by the flooding? The affected cities, towns, and locations include: Dearborn County, Indiana West Harrison Delaware County, Indiana Albany Ball State University, Muncie Daleville Eaton Gaston Muncie Prairie Creek Reservoir Selma Yorktown Fayette County, Indiana Alpine Connersville East Connersville neighborhoods Neuman Lake Road area Nulltown Ott Road area Park Road area, Connersville Robinson's Whitewater Campground Shelton's Plat Waterloo Road area Franklin County, Indiana Brookville Cedar Grove Laurel Metamora New Trenton Stavetown Hamilton County, Indiana Noblesville Madison County, Indiana Anderson Chesterfield Marion County, Indiana Broad Ripple, Indianapolis Hi-Acre neighborhood, Indianapolis Indianapolis Indy Lakes Campground, Indianapolis Ravenswood, Indianapolis River Road Apartments, Indianapolis Rocky Ripple Southport Road area, Indianapolis Sunshine Gardens, Indianapolis Wicker Road and Tibbs Avenue area, Indianapolis Shelby County, Indiana Johnson's Camp, Shelbyville Lee's Camp, Shelbyville Shelbyville Walnut Grove, Shelbyville Tipton County, Indiana Senior mobile home community north of Indianapolis Hamilton County, Ohio Harrison Emergency officials reported serious flooding in Muncie and warned that nearby communities along the White River and Mississinewa River could also be affected. Flooding and flood warnings extended from Laurel and Brookville to West Harrison and Harrison, Ohio, along the Whitewater River system (4). What is the current containment status of the flooding? As of August 16, 2026, flooding remains ongoing, although water levels have begun receding in several communities. The White River peaked in Indianapolis early Sunday, and the Indianapolis Department of Public Works began reopening some flood gates while continuing to inspect levees, gates, and other flood-control infrastructure (5). Flooding continued along the White River in Anderson, where the river reached a record level of approximately 24.9 feet. Flooding was also expected to continue along the Wabash River and East Fork White River (6). Crews are clearing debris, inspecting damaged roads and bridges, conducting rescues, and monitoring flood-control systems. Shelters remain available, and additional rainfall could slow recovery or cause renewed flooding in already affected areas (7). Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place? Evacuation orders, warnings, and travel restrictions have been issued across several affected communities: Marion County: Residents of affected River Road Apartments buildings were urged to evacuate immediately because erosion and the washout of River Road created a risk of structural failure. Residents of Rocky Ripple and Ravenswood were also strongly advised to evacuate (8). Madison County: Previous evacuation orders in Anderson were lifted for properties where floodwaters had receded. Residents were advised not to return until floodwaters had receded from their properties (9). Muncie: A Level 3 Go evacuation order covered the area from Madison Street east to Hackley Street and from Memorial Drive south to 18th Street. Shelbyville: Residents of Lee's Camp, Johnson's Camp, and Walnut Grove were placed under a Level 2 Set evacuation warning and strongly encouraged to leave before access roads flooded. Fayette County: Residents in flood-prone portions of Connersville, East Connersville, Nulltown, Alpine, and nearby areas along the Whitewater River were told to evacuate. An Orange travel watch limited travel to essential trips. Franklin County: Flood warnings covered Laurel, Metamora, Brookville, Cedar Grove, New Trenton, and other low-lying communities near the Whitewater River system. Officials previously reported more than 350 evacuations in Delaware County, while a senior mobile home community in Tipton County was also evacuated (10). Reported emergency shelter locations include: 44 Banquet Hall, 100 N. Main St., Glenwood Bam Fitness, 832 N. Eastern Ave., Connersville Connersville High School, 1100 Spartan Dr., Connersville Crosspointe Biker Church, 1130 Baseline Rd., Connersville Expo Hall, 2691 N. Park Rd., Connersville Grace Baptist Church, 6401 W. River Rd., Muncie Laurel Community Center, 218 N. Clay St., Laurel Metamora Community Center, 19162 US-52, Metamora Noble Center, 2406 N. Tibbs Ave., Indianapolis Schilling Center, 900 Mill St., Brookville Washington Township Adult Center, 8401 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis How can I protect myself from mold after flooding? It’s important to take steps to prevent mold after a flood. Before entering a flooded area, make sure it is safe and free from electrical hazards or structural damage. Use protective gear: wear gloves, goggles, and a KN95/FFP2 mask to minimize exposure to mold spores. If there is still standing water, remove it as quickly as possible. Use pumps, wet-dry vacuums, or buckets to extract the water. Open windows and doors to facilitate air circulation and use fans, dehumidifiers, and HVAC systems to help dry the space. This step is crucial within the first 24-48 hours after flooding to prevent mold growth. Remove and discard any items that have been severely damaged by floodwater and cannot be thoroughly cleaned and dried. This includes carpets, upholstered furniture, mattresses, and any other porous materials. Thoroughly clean all hard surfaces with a detergent or cleaner suitable for mold remediation. Use a solution of 1.5 cups of bleach mixed with one gallon of water to disinfect nonporous surfaces. Never mix bleach with ammonia or other cleaning products, as the fumes are toxic. Maintain an indoor relative humidity (RH) of 35-50%. High humidity promotes mold growth, so consider using dehumidifiers in damp areas. Run a high-performance air purifier for mold, both during and after the mold removal work. If the flooding and mold damage are extensive, consider contacting professionals specializing in mold remediation to ensure proper cleanup and restoration. Remember, mold can pose health risks, so it's important to take these steps promptly and thoroughly. If you experience persistent mold-related health issues or have concerns about extensive mold growth, consult with a medical professional or a mold remediation specialist.","

What is the location of the flooding?

As of August 16, 2026, historic flooding is affecting central, eastern, and southeastern Indiana following several days of storms that began on August 11.

The South Central Indiana Flooding event covers areas within Marion, Madison, Delaware, Shelby, Fayette, Franklin, and Dearborn counties (1).

Flooding is concentrated along the White River, Mississinewa River, Big Blue River, Whitewater River, West Fork of the Whitewater River, East Fork White River, Driftwood River, Flatrock River, and portions of the Wabash River (2).

At least six people have died across Indiana, while flooding along the White River has caused extensive damage and evacuations in Indianapolis and surrounding communities (3).

Which cities or areas are affected by the flooding?

The affected cities, towns, and locations include:

Dearborn County, Indiana

West Harrison

Delaware County, Indiana

\nAlbany
\n
Ball State University, Muncie
\n
\nDaleville
\n
\nEaton
\n
Gaston
\nMuncie
\n
Prairie Creek Reservoir
Selma
\nYorktown
\n

Fayette County, Indiana

Alpine
\nConnersville
\n
East Connersville neighborhoods
Neuman Lake Road area
Nulltown
Ott Road area
Park Road area, Connersville
\n
Robinson's Whitewater Campground
Shelton's Plat
Waterloo Road area

Franklin County, Indiana

\nBrookville
\n
Cedar Grove
Laurel
Metamora
New Trenton
Stavetown

Hamilton County, Indiana

\nNoblesville
\n

Madison County, Indiana

\nAnderson
\n
\nChesterfield
\n

Marion County, Indiana

Broad Ripple, Indianapolis
Hi-Acre neighborhood, Indianapolis
\nIndianapolis
\n
Indy Lakes Campground, Indianapolis
Ravenswood, Indianapolis
River Road Apartments, Indianapolis
Rocky Ripple
Southport Road area, Indianapolis
Sunshine Gardens, Indianapolis
Wicker Road and Tibbs Avenue area, Indianapolis

Shelby County, Indiana

Johnson's Camp, Shelbyville
Lee's Camp, Shelbyville
\nShelbyville
\n
Walnut Grove, Shelbyville

Tipton County, Indiana

Senior mobile home community north of Indianapolis

Hamilton County, Ohio

Harrison

Emergency officials reported serious flooding in Muncie and warned that nearby communities along the White River and Mississinewa River could also be affected.

Flooding and flood warnings extended from Laurel and Brookville to West Harrison and Harrison, Ohio, along the Whitewater River system (4).

What is the current containment status of the flooding?

As of August 16, 2026, flooding remains ongoing, although water levels have begun receding in several communities. The White River peaked in Indianapolis early Sunday, and the Indianapolis Department of Public Works began reopening some flood gates while continuing to inspect levees, gates, and other flood-control infrastructure (5).

Flooding continued along the White River in Anderson, where the river reached a record level of approximately 24.9 feet. Flooding was also expected to continue along the Wabash River and East Fork White River (6).

Crews are clearing debris, inspecting damaged roads and bridges, conducting rescues, and monitoring flood-control systems. Shelters remain available, and additional rainfall could slow recovery or cause renewed flooding in already affected areas (7).

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Evacuation orders, warnings, and travel restrictions have been issued across several affected communities:

\nMarion County: Residents of affected River Road Apartments buildings were urged to evacuate immediately because erosion and the washout of River Road created a risk of structural failure. Residents of Rocky Ripple and Ravenswood were also strongly advised to evacuate (8).
\nMadison County: Previous evacuation orders in Anderson were lifted for properties where floodwaters had receded. Residents were advised not to return until floodwaters had receded from their properties (9).
\nMuncie: A Level 3 Go evacuation order covered the area from Madison Street east to Hackley Street and from Memorial Drive south to 18th Street.
\nShelbyville: Residents of Lee's Camp, Johnson's Camp, and Walnut Grove were placed under a Level 2 Set evacuation warning and strongly encouraged to leave before access roads flooded.
\nFayette County: Residents in flood-prone portions of Connersville, East Connersville, Nulltown, Alpine, and nearby areas along the Whitewater River were told to evacuate. An Orange travel watch limited travel to essential trips.
\nFranklin County: Flood warnings covered Laurel, Metamora, Brookville, Cedar Grove, New Trenton, and other low-lying communities near the Whitewater River system.

Officials previously reported more than 350 evacuations in Delaware County, while a senior mobile home community in Tipton County was also evacuated (10).

Reported emergency shelter locations include:

44 Banquet Hall, 100 N. Main St., Glenwood
Bam Fitness, 832 N. Eastern Ave., Connersville
Connersville High School, 1100 Spartan Dr., Connersville
Crosspointe Biker Church, 1130 Baseline Rd., Connersville
Expo Hall, 2691 N. Park Rd., Connersville
Grace Baptist Church, 6401 W. River Rd., Muncie
Laurel Community Center, 218 N. Clay St., Laurel
Metamora Community Center, 19162 US-52, Metamora
Noble Center, 2406 N. Tibbs Ave., Indianapolis
Schilling Center, 900 Mill St., Brookville
Washington Township Adult Center, 8401 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis

How can I protect myself from mold after flooding?

It’s important to take steps to prevent mold after a flood.

Before entering a flooded area, make sure it is safe and free from electrical hazards or structural damage.
Use protective gear: wear gloves, goggles, and a KN95/FFP2 mask to minimize exposure to mold spores.
If there is still standing water, remove it as quickly as possible. Use pumps, wet-dry vacuums, or buckets to extract the water.
Open windows and doors to facilitate air circulation and use fans, dehumidifiers, and HVAC systems to help dry the space. This step is crucial within the first 24-48 hours after flooding to prevent mold growth.
Remove and discard any items that have been severely damaged by floodwater and cannot be thoroughly cleaned and dried. This includes carpets, upholstered furniture, mattresses, and any other porous materials.
Thoroughly clean all hard surfaces with a detergent or cleaner suitable for mold remediation. Use a solution of 1.5 cups of bleach mixed with one gallon of water to disinfect nonporous surfaces. Never mix bleach with ammonia or other cleaning products, as the fumes are toxic.
Maintain an indoor relative humidity (RH) of 35-50%. High humidity promotes mold growth, so consider using dehumidifiers in damp areas.
\nRun a high-performance air purifier for mold, both during and after the mold removal work.
If the flooding and mold damage are extensive, consider contacting professionals specializing in mold remediation to ensure proper cleanup and restoration.

Remember, mold can pose health risks, so it's important to take these steps promptly and thoroughly. If you experience persistent mold-related health issues or have concerns about extensive mold growth, consult with a medical professional or a mold remediation specialist.

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Air purification technology and smart monitoring integration are becoming increasingly popular in Asia. Learn about how effective smart air technology can be for busy households.

","Home to numerous unhealthy air quality regions and some of the most polluted cities in the world, many Asian countries are reforming healthy breathing environments and monitoring through smart technology integration. The 2025 World Air Quality Report measured unhealthy PM2.5 concentrations up to 10 times higher than the World Health Organization’s recommended safe breathing levels in countries such as China and India. However, recent studies credit Asia Pacific as the fastest-growing air quality monitoring market in the world, thanks in part to smart cities, industrial automation, and sustainability initiatives (1). Depending on urban construction, traffic infrastructure, and industrial pollution, some environments may experience indoor air quality 2 to 5 times more unhealthy than outdoor air (2). To combat these environmental factors, air purification combined with smart technology integration can promote highly air-conscious ecosystems, especially in Asia’s rapidly growing population centers. Asia is ground zero for air technology Asia offers a unique landscape with numerous community factors that can influence clean indoor air quality, including a rising middle-class population, pre-existing smart home connectivity, and persistent outdoor urbanization (3). Growth in disposable income within Asian countries and households with smartphone access has paved the way for automated clean air technology. Smart air purifier and residential air quality monitor industries are expected to expand by about 14% from 2026 to 2031, with India and China projected to experience the greatest increase (4)(5). Smart home integration is increasing in households globally for day-to-day convenience, but advanced air cleaning technology and automated monitoring specifically targets indoor pollutants, actively decreasing medical risks and harmful exposure levels. Standalone monitors to connected ecosystems The most common standard clean air technology for homes typically comes in the form of air purifiers and basic PM2.5 monitors. However, in the age of automation, these devices have developed further to include in-app features, timed runtimes, and smart monitoring systems to create a digitally controlled, air-conscious lifestyle. From smart technology to real-time global monitoring, air quality devices have expanded to fit seamlessly into daily schedules, such as: Indoor and outdoor air quality monitors: Interconnected monitoring devices that can detect common airborne pollutants, such as PM2.5, PM10, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Smart automated air purifiers: Standalone air purification devices, often fitted with advanced filtration, automated runtimes, or in-app remote control access. Mobile apps and remote services: Integrated air quality phone applications to monitor city-wide air quality, receive localized air quality alerts, and control at-home air purification devices while away. Whole house air cleaning optimization: Air purification systems that can connect to pre-existing HVAC air ducts for optimized filtration between every enclosed room. As smart home integration becomes increasingly adopted in homes worldwide, optimized air quality technology is offering reduced health risks while contributing to a digital automation future. Where smart monitoring and air technology converge Despite housing some of the top ranked countries for unhealthy PM2.5 concentrations, Asia is projected to experience some of the greatest sales growth within the air quality product industry. Combined with widespread urbanization and growing middle-class populations, smart home air quality integration is finding its way into many homes within Asia as disposable incomes and demands for cleaner air increase. ChinaInfluenced by ongoing urbanization and widespread industrial pollution, China developed city-wide air cleaning technology, building the “world’s largest air purifier” tower in the northern city of Xian in 2018 (6). Hotels and office buildings have also implemented smart air purification and monitoring to provide a safe environment for consumers (7). Optimized technological advances are reflected on the consumer scale as well, through in-app controlled air purifiers and automated runtime features. Increased middle-class populations and disposable incomes in China over recent years have also set the stage for air purification to become a household necessity instead of an extraneous luxury (8). South KoreaIn South Korea, AI-driven electrical systems are being embedded into new home construction designs, building completely automated, robot-friendly spaces (9). With air quality automation and monitoring built directly into a home’s infrastructure, clean air can be provided with real-time pollutant measurements and without secondary obstacles. In partnership with large-scale apartment developers, these spaces are set to be mass produced to create easily manageable homes (10). JapanWith many air quality monitors already in place, communities in Japan focused on relocating and recalibrating various air quality measurement devices to create more sustainable electrical usage. Stationed near busy train stations and highways, these air quality monitors were reduced in numbers and moved to high-traffic locations to optimally capture shifting PM2.5 concentrations while limiting electrical utilization (11). Japan’s growing software environment and sustained electrical usage has influenced an increasing trend towards at-home automations and air quality optimization. Combined with pre-existing precise air quality sensors, the country is creating an emphasis on data collection through digital automation. IndiaAs the middle-class population expands in India, smart air purification adoption and increased monitoring is shifting from a luxurious service to a medical necessity. Experiencing historically poor air quality levels through traffic emissions and urbanization, India implemented systemic air quality changes through new electrical vehicle laws and road regulations (12). With many homes located near busy intersections, indoor air purification and monitoring are becoming increasingly adopted to limit harmful pollutant exposures. Southeast AsiaSoutheast Asian countries, such as Singapore, are investing in fully automated government offices and commercial buildings with built-in air quality monitoring and automatic ventilation. Like South Korea, environmental Singaporean initiatives are pushing to harvest the country’s unique digital infrastructure for low-energy, smart technology buildings to create healthy spaces away from systemic urbanization (13). Cultural crop burnings, wildfire smoke, and summertime smog are also common air quality events in Southeast Asia that often lead to elevated PM2.5 concentrations. Air purification and automated air quality monitoring can be in high demand during summer crop burning seasons to combat these events. What’s driving innovation For many Asian countries, ongoing industrialization and urbanization combined with persistent traffic emissions have influenced individuals to start investing in air quality technology. However, with the rise of artificial intelligence in recent years, air quality devices are becoming self-sufficient and maximize automation features to defend against daily pollutant obstacles. In China, South Korea, and Singapore, AI-driven smart home integration and automated air quality devices are becoming the new standard for pollutant-free homes and public spaces. These countries contain highly digitized infrastructures that help air quality technologies stay low-energy and sustainable. With in-app controlled air purifiers and real-time PM2.5 monitoring, air quality protection is finding its way into non-digital homes as well through innovative filtration products and maximized features. As air quality technology expands, the need for reliable air quality data increases. Accurate, real-time AQI readings and remote in-app monitoring can be essential for automated air cleaning systems to function properly and plan daily runtime schedules. Gaps and challenges Despite the technological advances and projected boom in the air quality industry in Asia, many air cleaning products remain inaccessible to a wide range of consumers and countries. From financial limitations to accessibility, gaps within the industry could prevent individuals and certain locations from receiving healthy air quality, such as: Affordability: Pricier, automated air purification systems could be inaccessible for those on tighter budgets, widening the air quality gap. Device maintenance: Filter replacements and consistent costly maintenance of automated devices could become inefficient or hard to keep up with for busy schedules. Urban vs rural locations: Non-digitized homes or spaces located in rural environments may experience difficulties in providing connection or optimized WiFi service for automated air quality devices. By focusing on affordability and data accessibility for air quality devices, healthy breathing environments can shift from a sought-out luxury to an accessible source of clean air and medical safety. Conclusion Asia's smart home boom and its air pollution challenges are converging into a fast-growing, tech-driven response. With the rise of air monitoring integration and automated purifiers, air quality innovation is bringing healthy breathing spaces to communities with city-wide urbanization and elevated pollution issues. However, for widespread clean air quality across all socioeconomic communities, a collaboration between affordable air purification technology and accessible air quality monitoring data is key. As smart homes get smarter, the real measure of success will be whether air-conscious living becomes standard and accessible — not just a premium feature.","

Home to numerous unhealthy air quality regions and some of the most polluted cities in the world, many Asian countries are reforming healthy breathing environments and monitoring through smart technology integration.

The 2025 World Air Quality Report measured unhealthy PM2.5 concentrations up to 10 times higher than the World Health Organization’s recommended safe breathing levels in countries such as China and India. However, recent studies credit Asia Pacific as the fastest-growing air quality monitoring market in the world, thanks in part to smart cities, industrial automation, and sustainability initiatives (1).

Depending on urban construction, traffic infrastructure, and industrial pollution, some environments may experience indoor air quality 2 to 5 times more unhealthy than outdoor air (2). To combat these environmental factors, air purification combined with smart technology integration can promote highly air-conscious ecosystems, especially in Asia’s rapidly growing population centers.

Asia is ground zero for air technology

Asia offers a unique landscape with numerous community factors that can influence clean indoor air quality, including a rising middle-class population, pre-existing smart home connectivity, and persistent outdoor urbanization (3).

Growth in disposable income within Asian countries and households with smartphone access has paved the way for automated clean air technology. Smart air purifier and residential air quality monitor industries are expected to expand by about 14% from 2026 to 2031, with India and China projected to experience the greatest increase (4)(5).

Smart home integration is increasing in households globally for day-to-day convenience, but advanced air cleaning technology and automated monitoring specifically targets indoor pollutants, actively decreasing medical risks and harmful exposure levels.

Standalone monitors to connected ecosystems

The most common standard clean air technology for homes typically comes in the form of air purifiers and basic PM2.5 monitors. However, in the age of automation, these devices have developed further to include in-app features, timed runtimes, and smart monitoring systems to create a digitally controlled, air-conscious lifestyle. From smart technology to real-time global monitoring, air quality devices have expanded to fit seamlessly into daily schedules, such as:

\nIndoor and outdoor air quality monitors: Interconnected monitoring devices that can detect common airborne pollutants, such as PM2.5, PM10, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
\nSmart automated air purifiers: Standalone air purification devices, often fitted with advanced filtration, automated runtimes, or in-app remote control access.
\nMobile apps and remote services: Integrated air quality phone applications to monitor city-wide air quality, receive localized air quality alerts, and control at-home air purification devices while away.
\nWhole house air cleaning optimization: Air purification systems that can connect to pre-existing HVAC air ducts for optimized filtration between every enclosed room.

As smart home integration becomes increasingly adopted in homes worldwide, optimized air quality technology is offering reduced health risks while contributing to a digital automation future.

Where smart monitoring and air technology converge

Despite housing some of the top ranked countries for unhealthy PM2.5 concentrations, Asia is projected to experience some of the greatest sales growth within the air quality product industry. Combined with widespread urbanization and growing middle-class populations, smart home air quality integration is finding its way into many homes within Asia as disposable incomes and demands for cleaner air increase.

China
Influenced by ongoing urbanization and widespread industrial pollution, China developed city-wide air cleaning technology, building the “world’s largest air purifier” tower in the northern city of Xian in 2018 (6). Hotels and office buildings have also implemented smart air purification and monitoring to provide a safe environment for consumers (7).

Optimized technological advances are reflected on the consumer scale as well, through in-app controlled air purifiers and automated runtime features. Increased middle-class populations and disposable incomes in China over recent years have also set the stage for air purification to become a household necessity instead of an extraneous luxury (8).

South Korea
In South Korea, AI-driven electrical systems are being embedded into new home construction designs, building completely automated, robot-friendly spaces (9).

With air quality automation and monitoring built directly into a home’s infrastructure, clean air can be provided with real-time pollutant measurements and without secondary obstacles. In partnership with large-scale apartment developers, these spaces are set to be mass produced to create easily manageable homes (10).

Japan
With many air quality monitors already in place, communities in Japan focused on relocating and recalibrating various air quality measurement devices to create more sustainable electrical usage. Stationed near busy train stations and highways, these air quality monitors were reduced in numbers and moved to high-traffic locations to optimally capture shifting PM2.5 concentrations while limiting electrical utilization (11).

Japan’s growing software environment and sustained electrical usage has influenced an increasing trend towards at-home automations and air quality optimization. Combined with pre-existing precise air quality sensors, the country is creating an emphasis on data collection through digital automation.

India
As the middle-class population expands in India, smart air purification adoption and increased monitoring is shifting from a luxurious service to a medical necessity.

Experiencing historically poor air quality levels through traffic emissions and urbanization, India implemented systemic air quality changes through new electrical vehicle laws and road regulations (12). With many homes located near busy intersections, indoor air purification and monitoring are becoming increasingly adopted to limit harmful pollutant exposures.

Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian countries, such as Singapore, are investing in fully automated government offices and commercial buildings with built-in air quality monitoring and automatic ventilation. Like South Korea, environmental Singaporean initiatives are pushing to harvest the country’s unique digital infrastructure for low-energy, smart technology buildings to create healthy spaces away from systemic urbanization (13).

Cultural crop burnings, wildfire smoke, and summertime smog are also common air quality events in Southeast Asia that often lead to elevated PM2.5 concentrations. Air purification and automated air quality monitoring can be in high demand during summer crop burning seasons to combat these events.

What’s driving innovation

For many Asian countries, ongoing industrialization and urbanization combined with persistent traffic emissions have influenced individuals to start investing in air quality technology. However, with the rise of artificial intelligence in recent years, air quality devices are becoming self-sufficient and maximize automation features to defend against daily pollutant obstacles.

In China, South Korea, and Singapore, AI-driven smart home integration and automated air quality devices are becoming the new standard for pollutant-free homes and public spaces. These countries contain highly digitized infrastructures that help air quality technologies stay low-energy and sustainable. With in-app controlled air purifiers and real-time PM2.5 monitoring, air quality protection is finding its way into non-digital homes as well through innovative filtration products and maximized features.

As air quality technology expands, the need for reliable air quality data increases. Accurate, real-time AQI readings and remote in-app monitoring can be essential for automated air cleaning systems to function properly and plan daily runtime schedules.

Gaps and challenges

Despite the technological advances and projected boom in the air quality industry in Asia, many air cleaning products remain inaccessible to a wide range of consumers and countries. From financial limitations to accessibility, gaps within the industry could prevent individuals and certain locations from receiving healthy air quality, such as:

\nAffordability: Pricier, automated air purification systems could be inaccessible for those on tighter budgets, widening the air quality gap.
\nDevice maintenance: Filter replacements and consistent costly maintenance of automated devices could become inefficient or hard to keep up with for busy schedules.
\nUrban vs rural locations: Non-digitized homes or spaces located in rural environments may experience difficulties in providing connection or optimized WiFi service for automated air quality devices.

By focusing on affordability and data accessibility for air quality devices, healthy breathing environments can shift from a sought-out luxury to an accessible source of clean air and medical safety.

Conclusion

Asia's smart home boom and its air pollution challenges are converging into a fast-growing, tech-driven response. With the rise of air monitoring integration and automated purifiers, air quality innovation is bringing healthy breathing spaces to communities with city-wide urbanization and elevated pollution issues.

However, for widespread clean air quality across all socioeconomic communities, a collaboration between affordable air purification technology and accessible air quality monitoring data is key.

As smart homes get smarter, the real measure of success will be whether air-conscious living becomes standard and accessible — not just a premium feature.

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Air changes per hour – why should this matter to you? Read and find out before you invest in an air purifier.

","Air changes per hour (ACH) is a ventilation metric that measures how frequently indoor air is replaced and filtered within a 60-minute time period. When choosing an air purifier, ACH values can play an important role in determining air cleaning efficiency and filtration power. Understanding ACH values, metric calculations, and associated symptom relief is key to guarantee maximum air quality protection and fast filtration efficiency within indoor spaces. What does ACH mean? Air changes per hour is a metric system utilized to measure how often indoor air particles are cleaned and filtered within one hour in a controlled indoor space, meaning an ACH value of 2 equals to air particles being replaced 2 times in an hour. ACH values commonly range on a scale of 1-6; however, exceptional air quality filtering and ventilation can produce higher ACH levels (1). For air purifiers, the higher the ACH calculated value, the higher the indication that air particles within a room have been replaced through filter circulation. Low ACH values could determine stagnant air or a lack of proper ventilation in an enclosed space. Therefore, by calculating ACH levels for air purifiers or air cleaning systems, families and homeowners can gain a better understanding of the air filtration efficiency surrounding them. How do you measure ACH? Air changes per hour is calculated through a simple equation combining system airflow in cubic feet per minute (CFM) with timespan divided by the room dimensions. Check product packaging to see manufacturer labeled ACH values or calculate at home through personal measurements. To measure air changes per hour, utilize the equation: Measuring ACH levels not only allows for an in-depth understanding of the surrounding ventilation and filtration efficiency in a space, but also ensures health symptoms are alleviated and clean air quality is maintained through quantitative data. Most manufacturers provide ACH only for the highest speed setting. Therefore, it’s important to understand ACH, so that you are aware how to determine ACH on the speed setting that you will use the air purifier. You will need the CFM for each speed setting to determine this. It’s important to have at least two air changes per hour to make an acceptable difference in air quality in a room or space. What does ACH help with? Air changes per hour measures differences in air quality and pertain associated benefits with higher ACH values that help alleviate health conditions and symptoms. According to a recent study, higher ACH levels have been found to be associated with respiratory symptom relief, reduced allergies, and healthier breathing by eliminating infectious aerosols (2). Rooms with high activity may require higher ACH levels to properly address elevated airborne pollutant activity. Contrastingly, large rooms with low activity or occupancy may not require high ACH levels to sufficiently provide clean air ventilation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends an ACH level of 7 or higher for the “best” ventilation efficiency, labeling an ACH value of 4 as “good” and a 6 as “better” (3). Why does ACH matter when choosing an air purifier? Air changes per hour is an important measurement tool and scale for determining air filtration efficiency, ensuring proper circulation and ventilation is actively cleaning the air. Selecting an air purifier with a high ACH value ensures maximum filtration efficiency while improving health conditions and symptoms. By utilizing ACH values to choose clean air systems, efficient ventilation and filtration power can be guaranteed for indoor spaces. Individuals with asthma, eczema, and respiratory difficulties also experienced an improvement of symptoms through ACH measurements and stability. Elevated ACH levels can substantially reduce the time to remove airborne pollutants, creating a high-filtration-efficiency environment and limiting exposure to harmful particles. Check for “Shortcutting” in air purifier design In air purification, \"shortcutting\" is an airflow design flaw where an air cleaner's intake and exhaust are too close, causing freshly filtered air to re-enter the machine immediately instead of circulating through the room. IQAir systems prevents shortcutting by placing intakes and outputs at opposite ends with its Swiss Design and manufacturing. Understanding Shortcutting: The Problem: Poorly designed purifiers pull clean air right back in, wasting energy and reducing effective room cleaning. The IQAir Design: Units like the HealthPro series separate intake (bottom) and outflow (top/opposite ends) to force complete room air mixing. Result: Maximizes air changes per hour (ACH) without recycling already-purified air. How to increase ACH levels Air changes per hour values are not set in stone and are influenced by the actual speed setting being used and if the air purifier is designed to prevent shortcutting. High ACH levels have been linked to allergen symptom relief, the dilution of indoor airborne pollutants, and reduced exposure to harmful particles. ACH levels can be elevated within indoor spaces through additional air cleaning technology and daily ventilation practices, such as: Air cleaning technology: Utilize multiple HyperHEPA air purifiers in high activity spaces, rely on HVAC filtration to increase airflow, and install an air quality monitor to know when outdoor ventilation is safe Daily practices: Open windows during periods of low outdoor activity, employ fans to increase air circulation throughout rooms, and routinely clean surfaces to limit airborne pollutants Employing additional air quality metrics could help further contextualize the filtration and ventilation efficiency within indoor air, such as CADR and CCM. The Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) measures how fast an air purifier can produce clean air, while Cumulative Clean Mass (CCM) determines how much pollutants an air purifier can capture before losing efficiency. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Is ACH important?Yes, air changes per hour (ACH) is an important metric system for determining clean air ventilation and filtration efficiency. ACH measures how often an air cleaning system can clean and replace the air particles in a room. Specific ACH values detail how efficiently and effectively an air purifier system functions within the hour timeframe. By quantifying performance results, the air purifier selection process is simplified and ensures the most optimal decision can be made. Where can I find my ACH level?Check the air cleaning device’s product packaging for a listed ACH value or ranking. If no ACH value is listed, utilize the ACH equation to calculate at home and determine a device’s ventilation efficiency. What does ACH stand for?ACH is an acronym for air changes per hour, meaning this metric measures how many times air particles can be replaced within an hour in an indoor space. How do CCM and CADR relate to ACH?Cumulative Clean Mass (CCM), Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR), and Air Changes per Hour (ACH) are all metrics measuring specific aspects of clean air quality, such as ventilation, filtration, and healthy particle production. These metrics help quantify air purifier capabilities to find the best air cleaning results through proven data collection. Employ CCM, CADR, and ACH calculations to ensure maximum pollutant protection and filtration efficiency is achieved between every air cleaning device. Conclusion Air changes per hour (ACH) is an essential metric tool that allows us to understand ventilation efficiency, symptom relief, and clean air filtration through quantitative, tangible data values and levels. Without understanding ACH, health risks and invisible pollutants may unknowingly prevail within indoor spaces. Employ clean air technology and filtration practices to achieve high ACH levels for maximum ventilation efficiency and harmful pollutant reduction.","

Air changes per hour (ACH) is a ventilation metric that measures how frequently indoor air is replaced and filtered within a 60-minute time period. When choosing an air purifier, ACH values can play an important role in determining air cleaning efficiency and filtration power.

Understanding ACH values, metric calculations, and associated symptom relief is key to guarantee maximum air quality protection and fast filtration efficiency within indoor spaces.

What does ACH mean?

Air changes per hour is a metric system utilized to measure how often indoor air particles are cleaned and filtered within one hour in a controlled indoor space, meaning an ACH value of 2 equals to air particles being replaced 2 times in an hour. ACH values commonly range on a scale of 1-6; however, exceptional air quality filtering and ventilation can produce higher ACH levels (1).

For air purifiers, the higher the ACH calculated value, the higher the indication that air particles within a room have been replaced through filter circulation. Low ACH values could determine stagnant air or a lack of proper ventilation in an enclosed space.

Therefore, by calculating ACH levels for air purifiers or air cleaning systems, families and homeowners can gain a better understanding of the air filtration efficiency surrounding them.

How do you measure ACH?

Air changes per hour is calculated through a simple equation combining system airflow in cubic feet per minute (CFM) with timespan divided by the room dimensions. Check product packaging to see manufacturer labeled ACH values or calculate at home through personal measurements. To measure air changes per hour, utilize the equation:
$\"\"$

Measuring ACH levels not only allows for an in-depth understanding of the surrounding ventilation and filtration efficiency in a space, but also ensures health symptoms are alleviated and clean air quality is maintained through quantitative data.

Most manufacturers provide ACH only for the highest speed setting. Therefore, it’s important to understand ACH, so that you are aware how to determine ACH on the speed setting that you will use the air purifier. You will need the CFM for each speed setting to determine this. It’s important to have at least two air changes per hour to make an acceptable difference in air quality in a room or space.

What does ACH help with?

Air changes per hour measures differences in air quality and pertain associated benefits with higher ACH values that help alleviate health conditions and symptoms.

According to a recent study, higher ACH levels have been found to be associated with respiratory symptom relief, reduced allergies, and healthier breathing by eliminating infectious aerosols (2). Rooms with high activity may require higher ACH levels to properly address elevated airborne pollutant activity. Contrastingly, large rooms with low activity or occupancy may not require high ACH levels to sufficiently provide clean air ventilation.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends an ACH level of 7 or higher for the “best” ventilation efficiency, labeling an ACH value of 4 as “good” and a 6 as “better” (3).

Why does ACH matter when choosing an air purifier?

Air changes per hour is an important measurement tool and scale for determining air filtration efficiency, ensuring proper circulation and ventilation is actively cleaning the air. Selecting an air purifier with a high ACH value ensures maximum filtration efficiency while improving health conditions and symptoms. By utilizing ACH values to choose clean air systems, efficient ventilation and filtration power can be guaranteed for indoor spaces.

Individuals with asthma, eczema, and respiratory difficulties also experienced an improvement of symptoms through ACH measurements and stability. Elevated ACH levels can substantially reduce the time to remove airborne pollutants, creating a high-filtration-efficiency environment and limiting exposure to harmful particles.

Check for “Shortcutting” in air purifier design

In air purification, \"shortcutting\" is an airflow design flaw where an air cleaner's intake and exhaust are too close, causing freshly filtered air to re-enter the machine immediately instead of circulating through the room.

IQAir systems prevents shortcutting by placing intakes and outputs at opposite ends with its Swiss Design and manufacturing.

Understanding Shortcutting:

The Problem: Poorly designed purifiers pull clean air right back in, wasting energy and reducing effective room cleaning.
The IQAir Design: Units like the HealthPro series separate intake (bottom) and outflow (top/opposite ends) to force complete room air mixing.
Result: Maximizes air changes per hour (ACH) without recycling already-purified air.

How to increase ACH levels

Air changes per hour values are not set in stone and are influenced by the actual speed setting being used and if the air purifier is designed to prevent shortcutting. High ACH levels have been linked to allergen symptom relief, the dilution of indoor airborne pollutants, and reduced exposure to harmful particles. ACH levels can be elevated within indoor spaces through additional air cleaning technology and daily ventilation practices, such as:

Air cleaning technology: Utilize multiple HyperHEPA air purifiers in high activity spaces, rely on HVAC filtration to increase airflow, and install an air quality monitor to know when outdoor ventilation is safe
Daily practices: Open windows during periods of low outdoor activity, employ fans to increase air circulation throughout rooms, and routinely clean surfaces to limit airborne pollutants

Employing additional air quality metrics could help further contextualize the filtration and ventilation efficiency within indoor air, such as CADR and CCM. The Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) measures how fast an air purifier can produce clean air, while Cumulative Clean Mass (CCM) determines how much pollutants an air purifier can capture before losing efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is ACH important?
Yes, air changes per hour (ACH) is an important metric system for determining clean air ventilation and filtration efficiency. ACH measures how often an air cleaning system can clean and replace the air particles in a room. Specific ACH values detail how efficiently and effectively an air purifier system functions within the hour timeframe.

By quantifying performance results, the air purifier selection process is simplified and ensures the most optimal decision can be made.

Where can I find my ACH level?
Check the air cleaning device’s product packaging for a listed ACH value or ranking. If no ACH value is listed, utilize the ACH equation to calculate at home and determine a device’s ventilation efficiency.

What does ACH stand for?
ACH is an acronym for air changes per hour, meaning this metric measures how many times air particles can be replaced within an hour in an indoor space.

How do CCM and CADR relate to ACH?
Cumulative Clean Mass (CCM), Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR), and Air Changes per Hour (ACH) are all metrics measuring specific aspects of clean air quality, such as ventilation, filtration, and healthy particle production. These metrics help quantify air purifier capabilities to find the best air cleaning results through proven data collection.

Employ CCM, CADR, and ACH calculations to ensure maximum pollutant protection and filtration efficiency is achieved between every air cleaning device.

Conclusion

Air changes per hour (ACH) is an essential metric tool that allows us to understand ventilation efficiency, symptom relief, and clean air filtration through quantitative, tangible data values and levels. Without understanding ACH, health risks and invisible pollutants may unknowingly prevail within indoor spaces.

Employ clean air technology and filtration practices to achieve high ACH levels for maximum ventilation efficiency and harmful pollutant reduction.

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Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, announced in April 2019 that drivers of the ‘most polluting cars’ would have to begin paying a fee to drive in the city.

The fee affects all diesel cars more than 4 years old and gasoline-powered cars more than 13 years old. Roughly 150,000 car owners will be affected by the new law, required to pay a daily fee or switch to more environmentally friendly vehicles.¹

How do these fees work?

The fee ranges from £3 - £12.50 a day, depending on the age and classification of the vehicle.

This fee is added to existing congestion charges, but will replace the previous toxicity charge, under which pre-2006 diesel and petrol vehicle drivers were required to pay £10 pounds when entering London during peak times.

These ultra-low emissions zone (ULEZ), areas in which these rules are imposed, currently cover central London and will later expand to cover surrounding municipalities.

Additionally, ride-sharing services like Uber are not spared – they’re also set face the fee. Uber previously announced before the fees were imposed that it planned to expand its fleet of electric cars to combat London's air pollution.

Currently, Uber has over 100 electric Nissan Leaf cars in London and is regularly adding to its inventory.²

Why did London impose these polluting vehicle fees?

The announcement came just days after research by the Guardian and Greenpeace showed alarming levels of air pollution across the UK.³

The research found that more than 2,000 schools and nurseries located near roads exceed the legal EU limit of nitrogen dioxide pollution of 40 microns per cubic meter (µg/m3), exposing 47,000 babies and children to unhealthy amounts of air pollution.

What does this mean for UK air quality?

And air pollution does not only concern London, but is a national problem affecting all of the UK. Birmingham, located in the UK’s West Midlands region, is shown to be one of the most hazardous areas for nitrogen dioxide, second only to London.⁴

London’s mayor Khan has made cleaner air for London a clear priority, claiming that air pollution takes 9,000 lives in London every year. This latest move follows Khan’s announcement last year to make London’s Oxford Street a vehicle-free pedestrian zone.
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Recently, they invited IQAir and other clean-air advocates to join in a “Toxics and Solutions Tour” of some of the most polluted areas in the U.S. The Inland Valley of Southern California Once a rural region full of citrus groves, wineries and dairies, the inland valleys of San Bernardino and River side counties are now a cluster of rail yards, warehouses and distribution centers. It’s being transformed into what’s known as an “inland port.” To avoid clogging seaports, inland ports are created to warehouse and distribute arriving goods. Unfortunately, the movement of goods to and from the nearby seaports of Los Angeles and Long Beach has created a public health crisis as a result of heavily polluted air. There are multiple reasons why: Goods are brought by boat into the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Easterly coastal breezes blow pollutants from ships, vehicles, railways, refineries and manufacturing inland. The pollutants are trapped in the Inland Valley by the San Gabriel Mountains. Inland ports require up to 20,000 big-rig trucks to move in and out of the warehouses and distribution centers daily. This adds dangerous diesel particulates to already-polluted air. To accommodate this flow of goods, warehouses in the inland valleys have been built close to homes, schools and community centers. With the warehouses come trucks – many, many diesel-fueled big-rig trucks. The exhaust from these trucks has dramatically increased the risk of cancer for those living near the highways and warehouses. Toxic air in communities One of the most impacted areas that was highlighted on the Toxics and Solutions Tour was the community of Mira Loma. The tour visited an intersection where as many as 800 diesel-spewing tractor-trailers pass every hour. Nearby, there is a small community of 103 homes – Mira Loma Village – whose residents have found themselves literally surrounded by industrial facilities. Sprawling warehouses sprang up so quickly that local fire department regulators could not keep up with the permitting. It all happened within three years. A researcher began visiting Mira Loma in the early 90s to study the effects of air pollution on children’s health in Southern California. The decades-long study uncovered alarming information. Children had stunted lung growth compared with children living in places with better air. Teens who grew up in the polluted region showed a 10-12% decrease in lung function when compared with teens who grew up in “cleaner places.” The Toxics and Solutions Tour also visited a nearby major San Bernardino rail yard. Located on the fence-line of residential communities, it is associated with the highest cancer risk of all rail yards in California. Freight trains run 24 hours a day with blaring lights, noise and ground shaking. The trains also run on diesel. CCAEJ partnered with a local university to study the health effects of the rail yard on residents living nearby. Among their findings: Residents of communities near the rail yards experienced elevated rates of all cancers, including a 78% increase in lung/bronchus cancer among females living closest to the rail yard. Forty-seven percent of children at an elementary school near the railyard had asthma or asthma-like symptoms. CCAEJ efforts have had an impact CCAEJ filed a lawsuit and was joined by then California Attorney General Kamala Harris to address the health crisis afflicting Mira Loma Village residents. A settlement was won, and all sides agreed that one of the priorities was to provide residents with state-of-the-art air purifiers. Having previously partnered with IQAir to provide clean-air technologies for schools and community buildings in nearby San Bernardino, CCAEJ again turned to IQAir. Dozens of IQAir volunteers joined CCAEJ staff to install two high-performance HealthPro Plus home air filtration systems in each of the 90 most-exposed neighborhood homes. Although much work remains to be done, CCAEJ efforts have led to successes in reducing the impact of pollution in the area, including programs to mitigate the effects of air pollution on the most vulnerable populations. To learn more about CCAEJ and for ways you can use their models for success in your own community, visit www.ccaej.org.","

The Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ) is a nonprofit organization that has worked on social and environmental issues in the inland valleys of Southern California for more than 35 years. Recently, they invited IQAir and other clean-air advocates to join in a “Toxics and Solutions Tour” of some of the most polluted areas in the U.S.

The Inland Valley of Southern California

Once a rural region full of citrus groves, wineries and dairies, the inland valleys of San Bernardino and River side counties are now a cluster of rail yards, warehouses and distribution centers. It’s being transformed into what’s known as an “inland port.” To avoid clogging seaports, inland ports are created to warehouse and distribute arriving goods.

Unfortunately, the movement of goods to and from the nearby seaports of Los Angeles and Long Beach has created a public health crisis as a result of heavily polluted air. There are multiple reasons why:

Goods are brought by boat into the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
Easterly coastal breezes blow pollutants from ships, vehicles, railways, refineries and manufacturing inland.
The pollutants are trapped in the Inland Valley by the San Gabriel Mountains.
Inland ports require up to 20,000 big-rig trucks to move in and out of the warehouses and distribution centers daily. This adds dangerous diesel particulates to already-polluted air.

To accommodate this flow of goods, warehouses in the inland valleys have been built close to homes, schools and community centers. With the warehouses come trucks – many, many diesel-fueled big-rig trucks. The exhaust from these trucks has dramatically increased the risk of cancer for those living near the highways and warehouses.

Toxic air in communities

One of the most impacted areas that was highlighted on the Toxics and Solutions Tour was the community of Mira Loma. The tour visited an intersection where as many as 800 diesel-spewing tractor-trailers pass every hour. Nearby, there is a small community of 103 homes – Mira Loma Village – whose residents have found themselves literally surrounded by industrial facilities. Sprawling warehouses sprang up so quickly that local fire department regulators could not keep up with the permitting. It all happened within three years.

A researcher began visiting Mira Loma in the early 90s to study the effects of air pollution on children’s health in Southern California. The decades-long study uncovered alarming information.

Children had stunted lung growth compared with children living in places with better air.
Teens who grew up in the polluted region showed a 10-12% decrease in lung function when compared with teens who grew up in “cleaner places.”

The Toxics and Solutions Tour also visited a nearby major San Bernardino rail yard. Located on the fence-line of residential communities, it is associated with the highest cancer risk of all rail yards in California. Freight trains run 24 hours a day with blaring lights, noise and ground shaking. The trains also run on diesel. CCAEJ partnered with a local university to study the health effects of the rail yard on residents living nearby. Among their findings:

Residents of communities near the rail yards experienced elevated rates of all cancers, including a 78% increase in lung/bronchus cancer among females living closest to the rail yard.
Forty-seven percent of children at an elementary school near the railyard had asthma or asthma-like symptoms.

CCAEJ efforts have had an impact

CCAEJ filed a lawsuit and was joined by then California Attorney General Kamala Harris to address the health crisis afflicting Mira Loma Village residents. A settlement was won, and all sides agreed that one of the priorities was to provide residents with state-of-the-art air purifiers. Having previously partnered with IQAir to provide clean-air technologies for schools and community buildings in nearby San Bernardino, CCAEJ again turned to IQAir. Dozens of IQAir volunteers joined CCAEJ staff to install two high-performance HealthPro Plus home air filtration systems in each of the 90 most-exposed neighborhood homes.

Although much work remains to be done, CCAEJ efforts have led to successes in reducing the impact of pollution in the area, including programs to mitigate the effects of air pollution on the most vulnerable populations. To learn more about CCAEJ and for ways you can use their models for success in your own community, visit www.ccaej.org.

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At its core, community organizing means: Community residents coming together to identify and solve problems the community faces. Directly addressing, and when necessary challenging, existing relations of power by those affected by the policies and structures of power. At its core, community organizing is about residents coming together to identify and solve problems their community faces.Realize that you are embarking on a worthwhile endeavor. Cities, towns, and neighborhoods almost always benefit from community organizations.Find people who share your interestThe first step is to pull together a few people who share your interest in forming a new organization. Most likely this will be people you already know, and some of them might bring others into the discussion.A few questions to ask yourself before recruiting people include: How many people are affected by the issue you want to address? How many residents are transient, not staying in your community very long? How much effort can you expect from neighborhood residents? Are you able to give the time required? Are there any existing organizations that can address the issue? Community organization structureThere are many possible variations of a community organization's structure. Answering the following questions can help you determine what works best for you: Is the goal to work on a specific issue? Will the organization disband after the issue has been addressed? Do you want to create a more permanent organization that begins with a focus on a specific issue, but over time might also take on new issues as they develop and the group grows? Do you want a neighborhood group, or a group that covers a larger geographic area? Spreading the word about your community organizationOnce you’ve decided the structure and goals of your community organization, it’s time to get the word out. The first step is to connect with people you already know. If five of you are starting this group, you probably each know one other person who might be interested in joining. If that's true, you have immediately doubled your size. There might be many more people your initial core group can recruit.Make it as easy as possible for people to contact someone from your core group.Don’t be shy. Everyone should make a list of who they know who might be interested in joining and decide on a time frame for contacting them.There are times when a small number of people can accomplish a lot. But let's assume the work you've identified for your group will take time and will need the active participation of many people.Suggestions for inviting others include: Hold a meeting that’s open to the public in an accessible location. Post notices about the meeting on public bulletin boards in community centers, religious institutions, laundromats, and other public places. Send notices to community media outlets. Use social media and other online platforms to spread the word. You can use these and other platforms to create updates, alerts, and reminders. Make it as easy as possible for people to get into contact with someone from your core group. Is there a phone number they can call or text, or an email or social media account where they can send a message? Also, ask if it's okay to send them reminders. Your organization’s first public eventFirst impressions are always important. This also applies to your organization's first public event. It's critical that attendees have a positive experience. Remember, your goal is for people to decide they want to be a part of your organization.Tips for a successful first open meeting include: Have someone to greet people and offer a printout of the meeting agenda. Ask people to sign in. Leave a column for phone numbers and email addresses. Have an information table with an overview of why the organization is being created, ways for people to get involved, and upcoming activities. Introduce the organization’s core group. Be able to clearly explain: Why the organization is being created, the problem you will address, and how you envision the organization functioning. Open the floor to questions. You might want to have a guest speaker or show a short film. If you do, leave plenty of time for the other items you also want to cover.How to build and keep your momentumPerhaps the single most important thing you can do to help ensure that people will stay involved is this one simple task – call them!There is nothing as good as direct contact with people. Talking with people in person is best, but the phone is the next best thing.It is very important to call the people who attended, especially anyone who signed up for a task or a committee. Tell them how much you appreciated their participation, and make sure they know what comes next. Encourage them to ask any questions or raise concerns and suggest new ideas. In other words, don't just tell them the time and place of the next meeting – have a conversation.Perhaps the single most important thing you can do to help ensure that people will stay involved is this one simple task – call them!Central to keeping people involved is having activities to participate in and real tasks for them to complete. Most people have other demands on their time and energy: family, work, school, and/or involvement with other organizations. If someone has shown an interest, you need to have specific and concrete ways for them to be part of the effort.These can be very simple tasks, such as: making calls or handing out leaflets announcing an activity asking local stores to hang posters entering names into your database preparing mailers for the post office Tasks can be more complex, requiring more time or skill, including: calling other volunteers to sign them up for tasks working onlogistical details for the next public activity taking charge of a specific committee or group coordinating the work of a group of volunteers The challenge is finding the right balance between: engaging people and not overwhelming them giving people tasks they can handle ensuring they are not bored asking people to try new things while ensuring they can handle what they take on Most people want to be involved in helping to decide what the work is. They want to help shape the decisions of the group, such as what positions the group takes, the organizing priorities, and the specific activities being planned. Some people will come to your group with experience and expertise and will be able to jump right into a decision-making role.Others will need to be taught how to do this type of work. You may want to consider networking with organizing networks or even connecting with training centers if you are running into issues with building out your organization’s skills and capacity.2Resources for organizational training include:3,4,5,6 Greenpeace American Civil Liberties Union Southern Poverty Law Center The takeawayPeople coming together to help their communities, themselves, and their families can be fun and empowering. It can also be a wonderful learning experience. Try these simple, actionable steps to bring concerned community members together as an advocacy group.The IQAir Foundation works with community groups and other stakeholders, such as schools and local governments, to help bring clean air solutions and secure access to air filtration technology. If you'd like to learn more about the IQAir Foundation, contact us at info(at)iqairfoundation.org or call us at 866-760-8180.You can also learn how to help workplaces create safer, healthier work environments by improving indoor air quality as a designated Clean Air Facility.","

Anyone can help organize their community. While some community activists are professionals who’ve been trained in social work or community development, most are volunteers working to better their neighborhood.¹

The heart of community organizing lies in individuals working together to address issues that affect their daily lives. At its core, community organizing means:

\nCommunity residents coming together to identify and solve problems the community faces.
\nDirectly addressing, and when necessary challenging, existing relations of power by those affected by the policies and structures of power.

At its core, community organizing is about residents coming together to identify and solve problems their community faces.

Realize that you are embarking on a worthwhile endeavor. Cities, towns, and neighborhoods almost always benefit from community organizations.

Find people who share your interest

The first step is to pull together a few people who share your interest in forming a new organization. Most likely this will be people you already know, and some of them might bring others into the discussion.

A few questions to ask yourself before recruiting people include:

\nHow many people are affected by the issue you want to address?
\nHow many residents are transient, not staying in your community very long?
\nHow much effort can you expect from neighborhood residents?
\nAre you able to give the time required?
\nAre there any existing organizations that can address the issue?

Community organization structure

There are many possible variations of a community organization's structure. Answering the following questions can help you determine what works best for you:

Is the goal to work on a specific issue?
\nWill the organization disband after the issue has been addressed?
\nDo you want to create a more permanent organization that begins with a focus on a specific issue, but over time might also take on new issues as they develop and the group grows?
\nDo you want a neighborhood group, or a group that covers a larger geographic area?

Spreading the word about your community organization

Once you’ve decided the structure and goals of your community organization, it’s time to get the word out. The first step is to connect with people you already know. If five of you are starting this group, you probably each know one other person who might be interested in joining. If that's true, you have immediately doubled your size. There might be many more people your initial core group can recruit.

Make it as easy as possible for people to contact someone from your core group.

Don’t be shy. Everyone should make a list of who they know who might be interested in joining and decide on a time frame for contacting them.

There are times when a small number of people can accomplish a lot. But let's assume the work you've identified for your group will take time and will need the active participation of many people.

Suggestions for inviting others include:

\nHold a meeting that’s open to the public in an accessible location.
\nPost notices about the meeting on public bulletin boards in community centers, religious institutions, laundromats, and other public places.
Send notices to community media outlets.
\nUse social media and other online platforms to spread the word. You can use these and other platforms to create updates, alerts, and reminders.
\nMake it as easy as possible for people to get into contact with someone from your core group. Is there a phone number they can call or text, or an email or social media account where they can send a message? Also, ask if it's okay to send them reminders.

Your organization’s first public event

First impressions are always important. This also applies to your organization's first public event. It's critical that attendees have a positive experience. Remember, your goal is for people to decide they want to be a part of your organization.

Tips for a successful first open meeting include:

\nHave someone to greet people and offer a printout of the meeting agenda.
\nAsk people to sign in. Leave a column for phone numbers and email addresses.
\nHave an information table with an overview of why the organization is being created, ways for people to get involved, and upcoming activities.
Introduce the organization’s core group.
\nBe able to clearly explain: Why the organization is being created, the problem you will address, and how you envision the organization functioning.
Open the floor to questions.

You might want to have a guest speaker or show a short film. If you do, leave plenty of time for the other items you also want to cover.

How to build and keep your momentum

Perhaps the single most important thing you can do to help ensure that people will stay involved is this one simple task – call them!

There is nothing as good as direct contact with people. Talking with people in person is best, but the phone is the next best thing.

It is very important to call the people who attended, especially anyone who signed up for a task or a committee. Tell them how much you appreciated their participation, and make sure they know what comes next. Encourage them to ask any questions or raise concerns and suggest new ideas. In other words, don't just tell them the time and place of the next meeting – have a conversation.

Perhaps the single most important thing you can do to help ensure that people will stay involved is this one simple task – call them!

Central to keeping people involved is having activities to participate in and real tasks for them to complete. Most people have other demands on their time and energy: family, work, school, and/or involvement with other organizations. If someone has shown an interest, you need to have specific and concrete ways for them to be part of the effort.

These can be very simple tasks, such as:

\nmaking calls or handing out leaflets announcing an activity
\nasking local stores to hang posters
\nentering names into your database
\npreparing mailers for the post office

Tasks can be more complex, requiring more time or skill, including:

\ncalling other volunteers to sign them up for tasks
\nworking onlogistical details for the next public activity
\ntaking charge of a specific committee or group
\ncoordinating the work of a group of volunteers

The challenge is finding the right balance between:

engaging people and not overwhelming them
giving people tasks they can handle
ensuring they are not bored
asking people to try new things while ensuring they can handle what they take on

Most people want to be involved in helping to decide what the work is. They want to help shape the decisions of the group, such as what positions the group takes, the organizing priorities, and the specific activities being planned. Some people will come to your group with experience and expertise and will be able to jump right into a decision-making role.

Others will need to be taught how to do this type of work. You may want to consider networking with organizing networks or even connecting with training centers if you are running into issues with building out your organization’s skills and capacity.²

Resources for organizational training include:^3,4,5,6

Greenpeace
American Civil Liberties Union
Southern Poverty Law Center

The takeaway

People coming together to help their communities, themselves, and their families can be fun and empowering. It can also be a wonderful learning experience. Try these simple, actionable steps to bring concerned community members together as an advocacy group.

The IQAir Foundation works with community groups and other stakeholders, such as schools and local governments, to help bring clean air solutions and secure access to air filtration technology. If you'd like to learn more about the IQAir Foundation, contact us at info(at)iqairfoundation.org or call us at 866-760-8180.

You can also learn how to help workplaces create safer, healthier work environments by improving indoor air quality as a designated Clean Air Facility.

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A coalition can increase your likelihood of positively impacting your community.What is a coalition?A coalition can be defined as a temporary alliance between groups for a common goal. If you are addressing the concerns of a community, it is often called a community coalition.A coalition can be defined as a temporary alliance between groups for a common goal.With an objective in mind – passing a particular piece of legislation, environmental justice or stopping the building of a new waste disposal site – coalitions have limited lifespans until the objectives are achieved.What are the benefits of building a coalition?A primary reason coalitions are built is that by working together, groups can accomplish more together than they would on their own.The broader your coalition, the less your cause will be seen as partisan.The broader the perceived political persuasion of your coalition, the less your cause will be seen as partisan. When a diverse range of groups is united, it increases the legitimacy of the cause. Other advantages to building a coalition include: Avoid duplicating efforts, eliminate competition for resources, and improve communication within the community. Each member group will have the opportunity to broaden its base. Partners in a coalition can learn new tactics from each other. There will be more people to work on the campaign, requiring less bandwidth from each organization. Creates a more diverse base of support to increase credibility. A diverse coalition makes it difficult for the initiative to be written off as a special interest.1 Common challenges coalitions faceWhen forming a coalition, there are challenges to overcome. Most have to do with maintaining clear lines of communication between members, such as: Making decisions – There needs to be a clear understanding of, and agreement on, how decisions are made. Resolving disputes – Create a clear and accepted method of resolving conflicts within the coalition set up in advance of any potential problems. Maintaining trust – Encourage all members of the coalition to be open about their concerns. Sharing workload – Ensure that all members pull their weight. Coalition messaging – Create and agree on the campaign’s talking points. Organizations are often specific about the message they are willing to align themselves. Receiving credit – Coalition partners need to receive the credit they deserve. Conflicting priorities – It’s natural that different groups will have different priorities. Sometimes, those priorities may conflict. What’s important is that all members agree to put differences aside and work towards the coalition’s goal. Your role as coalition organizerAs the individual or group organizing the coalition, it’s your responsibility to provide the initial direction. Draft a clear mission statement that concisely states the coalition’s objectives. Then, develop a framework for the steps used to achieve the mission. Be prepared to take on many roles, including organizer, educator, counselor, conflict mediator, strategist, and visionary.As the group organizing the coalition, it’s your responsibility to provide direction.To maintain a successful coalition, make sure to: Develop a one-to-one relationship with each member. Be proactive in resolving conflicts. Maintain the coalition’s forward momentum, even after a setback. Show your appreciation for the work that coalition members are doing.2 How do you decide who to recruit into a coalition?When considering what organizations to contact, imagine a best-case scenario for your campaign. For example, if there is a proposed landfill you feel will harm your community, you’ll want to find organizations at all levels of stakeholdership.Don’t write off anyone as an opponent.Questions you may ask yourself include: Are there any schools, colleges or universities nearby? If yes, you may want to ask the student associations, local school board, parent-teacher associations, and teacher unions to join a coalition to halt the landfill development. Are there medical facilities? If there are places where immunocompromised people frequent, such as health clinics, hospitals, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes, you may find allies. Are there any local environmental advocacy organizations? Are there locally active political groups? If you can recruit political groups from diverse standpoints, your coalition will be strengthened. Would the landfill negatively affect local businesses? Chambers of Commerce and local small business associations could be powerful coalition allies. Would the landfill affect local property values? Look to real estate and homeowner associations. Don’t write off anyone as an opponent. You may be surprised who could be your ally for a particular cause.How to reach out to potential membersOnce you have identified your potential coalition members, it’s time to strategize on how you will reach out to them. Frame your argument accordingly. Each organization has a purpose for existing. Your pitch to join the coalition needs to target those specific concerns. For example, your message to a small business association will be very different than to a parent-teacher association. Offer multiple levels of commitment. This allows the overworked groups to participate, adding to the coalition’s diversity. Be clear about the time and effort expected from each commitment level. Ask each group to suggest other organizations that might be able to serve on the coalition. Coalitions are tremendous agents of change. They can make the difference between finding success or getting ignored. Develop a coalition with a range of effective partners, and increase your likelihood of positively impacting your community.3","

So you’ve started a community group. Congratulations! Forming a community coalition might be the next step after your community group is established and running successfully. A coalition can increase your likelihood of positively impacting your community.

What is a coalition?

A coalition can be defined as a temporary alliance between groups for a common goal. If you are addressing the concerns of a community, it is often called a community coalition.

A coalition can be defined as a temporary alliance between groups for a common goal.

With an objective in mind – passing a particular piece of legislation, environmental justice or stopping the building of a new waste disposal site – coalitions have limited lifespans until the objectives are achieved.

What are the benefits of building a coalition?

A primary reason coalitions are built is that by working together, groups can accomplish more together than they would on their own.

The broader your coalition, the less your cause will be seen as partisan.

The broader the perceived political persuasion of your coalition, the less your cause will be seen as partisan. When a diverse range of groups is united, it increases the legitimacy of the cause. Other advantages to building a coalition include:

\nAvoid duplicating efforts, eliminate competition for resources, and improve communication within the community.
\nEach member group will have the opportunity to broaden its base.
\nPartners in a coalition can learn new tactics from each other.
\nThere will be more people to work on the campaign, requiring less bandwidth from each organization.
\nCreates a more diverse base of support to increase credibility. A diverse coalition makes it difficult for the initiative to be written off as a special interest.¹\n

Common challenges coalitions face

When forming a coalition, there are challenges to overcome. Most have to do with maintaining clear lines of communication between members, such as:

\nMaking decisions – There needs to be a clear understanding of, and agreement on, how decisions are made.
\nResolving disputes – Create a clear and accepted method of resolving conflicts within the coalition set up in advance of any potential problems.
\nMaintaining trust – Encourage all members of the coalition to be open about their concerns.
\nSharing workload – Ensure that all members pull their weight.
\nCoalition messaging – Create and agree on the campaign’s talking points. Organizations are often specific about the message they are willing to align themselves.
\nReceiving credit – Coalition partners need to receive the credit they deserve.
\nConflicting priorities – It’s natural that different groups will have different priorities. Sometimes, those priorities may conflict. What’s important is that all members agree to put differences aside and work towards the coalition’s goal.

Your role as coalition organizer

As the individual or group organizing the coalition, it’s your responsibility to provide the initial direction. Draft a clear mission statement that concisely states the coalition’s objectives. Then, develop a framework for the steps used to achieve the mission. Be prepared to take on many roles, including organizer, educator, counselor, conflict mediator, strategist, and visionary.

As the group organizing the coalition, it’s your responsibility to provide direction.

To maintain a successful coalition, make sure to:

\nDevelop a one-to-one relationship with each member.
\nBe proactive in resolving conflicts.
\nMaintain the coalition’s forward momentum, even after a setback.
\nShow your appreciation for the work that coalition members are doing.²\n

How do you decide who to recruit into a coalition?

When considering what organizations to contact, imagine a best-case scenario for your campaign. For example, if there is a proposed landfill you feel will harm your community, you’ll want to find organizations at all levels of stakeholdership.

Don’t write off anyone as an opponent.

Questions you may ask yourself include:

\nAre there any schools, colleges or universities nearby? If yes, you may want to ask the student associations, local school board, parent-teacher associations, and teacher unions to join a coalition to halt the landfill development.
\nAre there medical facilities? If there are places where immunocompromised people frequent, such as health clinics, hospitals, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes, you may find allies.
\nAre there any local environmental advocacy organizations?
\nAre there locally active political groups? If you can recruit political groups from diverse standpoints, your coalition will be strengthened.
\nWould the landfill negatively affect local businesses? Chambers of Commerce and local small business associations could be powerful coalition allies.
\nWould the landfill affect local property values? Look to real estate and homeowner associations.

Don’t write off anyone as an opponent. You may be surprised who could be your ally for a particular cause.

How to reach out to potential members

Once you have identified your potential coalition members, it’s time to strategize on how you will reach out to them.

\nFrame your argument accordingly. Each organization has a purpose for existing. Your pitch to join the coalition needs to target those specific concerns. For example, your message to a small business association will be very different than to a parent-teacher association.
\nOffer multiple levels of commitment. This allows the overworked groups to participate, adding to the coalition’s diversity.
\nBe clear about the time and effort expected from each commitment level.
\nAsk each group to suggest other organizations that might be able to serve on the coalition.

Coalitions are tremendous agents of change. They can make the difference between finding success or getting ignored. Develop a coalition with a range of effective partners, and increase your likelihood of positively impacting your community.³

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An oil company accepts responsibility Founded as an engine lubricants company in 1966, Unioil is a regional powerhouse in the Philippines’ oil market. Unioil operates retail gas stations throughout the nation, positioning themselves as the public face of high-quality fuels and lubricants. But rather than focus solely on profits and growth, the company chose to invest in improving the air quality of the Philippines. With that goal in mind, Unioil established the largest network for air quality monitoring in the Philippines in 2016. Unioil’s unique position as an influential regional vehicle fuel corporation helped them to promote better air quality. Air quality monitors also help encourage change in consumer behavior across the country by tackling one of its primary sources of air pollution: vehicle emissions. Powered by AirVisual, Unioil is promoting the largest air quality monitoring network in the Philippines. Founded as a modest engine lubricants company, Unioil has become a regional powerhouse in the Philippines’ enormous oil market. And after a string of lucrative business moves, Unioil began opening retail gas stations throughout the Philippines, positioning themselves as the public face of high-quality fuels and lubricants. You may think you know the rest of this story: oil company gets huge, sits on billions of dollars, and contributes to global pollution while ignoring the massive impact that its product has on the environment. Think again. Unioil is also behind the largest air quality monitoring network in the Philippines. Their unique position as an expert in vehicle fuel and as one of the region’s most influential corporations is allowing them to promote a cleaner Air Quality Index (AQI) and changes in consumer behavior across the country by tackling one of its primary sources of air pollution: vehicle emissions. Powered by AirVisual Pro by IQAir, Unioil is behind the largest air quality monitoring network in the Philippines. Unioil’s preferred tool for reducing air pollution and a poor air quality is the IQAir AirVisual air quality monitor. What are the causes of air pollution in the Philippines? Roads in The Philippines, in its capital Manila in particular, are overcrowded and tied with Bengaluru, India for the worst congestion in the world in 2019 at 71 percent congested.1 In 2020, Manila was in fourth place with 53 percent congestion, falling behind or tying with three other cities: Moscow, Russia: 54% Mumbai, India: 53% Bogota, Colombia: 53% Limited public transportation has forced many of the archipelago’s 103 million residents to commute by gas-powered vehicles, resulting in jammed highways that generate (literal) tons of polluted air. Manila is a huge urban area of 24 million residents and extremely dense; Manila has 4 million more people than New York City, but squeezed into about 400 square miles less. With a growing population and terrain limitations, it’s not surprising that Metro Manila is oversaturated with vehicles. And some, like the iconic Jeepney, are some of the worst contributors to the AQI still on the roads today. The jeepney, a decorative commuter bus common to Manila’s streets, has long been a symbol of Filipino culture. First introduced to the islands as U.S. military vehicles during the Second World War, their outdated motors and heavy metal frameworks are significant contributors to poor energy efficiency and toxic emissions.2,3 But while they’re the cheapest mode of transportation in the Philippines, costing about $0.15 per ride, the iconic jeepneys cart millions of people each day at a cost of 22,000 metric tons of soot a year. While they’re the cheapest mode of transportation in the Philippines, the iconic jeepneys cart millions of people each day at a cost of 22,000 metric tons of soot a year. Increasing public awareness has revealed just how little is known about just how bad the air quality is. Many Filipinos were unaware of the nature and scale of poor air quality in their country. Setting the clean oil standard Unioil developed a network of AirVisual air quality sensors now stretches across metro Manila. In every Unioil gas station in the Philippines, there is a transparent box hanging over the entrance. Inside is an AirVisual air quality monitor, measuring ambient air quality and broadcasting the current air quality to the IQAir public air pollution database. Unioil pioneered environmentally friendly fuel standards in the Philippines. They introduced Euro 4 standard fuels to the country when required industry standards were still at Euro 2 and Euro 4 standards weren't yet legally required. Unioil also began distributing Euro 5 standard fuels at its stations when the industry requirement was still at Euro 4.4 With a maximum sulfur content of 10 parts per million, Unioil's Euro 5 fuels are five times cleaner than other conventional fuels sold in the country. Unioil’s strategic placement of AirVisual air quality monitors at gas stations helps to give greater visibility to the nation’s air pollution. Unioil’s strategic placement of AirVisual air quality monitors at gas stations helps to give greater visibility to the nation’s air pollution. These live air quality readings constantly remind drivers of the impact of heavy vehicle emissions. Such reminders resonate deeply with a country that relies on millions of decades-old, fuel-inefficient cars, buses, and jeepneys to get around every day. The visibility of the AirVisual at high-traffic gas stations are intended to raise awareness of air pollution levels and air quality in the areas where Filipinos work and live. Is the push toward clean fuel working? The Filipino government first began legislating for cleaner air with the Philippines Clean Air Act.5 But nearly two decades later, jeepneys and traffic congestion remain real challenges. Field tests conducted by Unioil with the Philippines Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) show that vehicles using Euro 5 fuels result in 77 percent cleaner emissions compared to vehicles using Euro 4 standard fuels.6 Field tests show that vehicles using Euro 5 fuels result in 77 percent cleaner emissions compared to vehicles using Euro 4 standard fuels. Unioil also partnered with the Philippines DENR and signed a Memorandum Of Agreement supporting an AirVisual monitoring network expansion.7 By partnering with the Philippine government, Unioil seeks to promote environmentally-friendly policy decisions and responsible consumer choices. Together, they aim to generate a national air quality status report that will form the basis of a nationwide air quality improvement framework. Unioil's clean energy and air quality awareness initiatives illustrate how corporations and conscious consumer choices can align to change a city's landscape for the better while promoting a cleaner, healthier future. The takeaway Air quality knowledge is air quality power. Anyone who looks at an AirVisual is immediately armed with the awareness that we all breathe the same air and that we can all do something about it, from a single citizen scientist in Nigeria to a national fuel corporation. Having access to national air quality data could lead the Philippines away from its status quo of dangerous, far too common vehicle emissions. There are 80,000 air quality monitors in cities around the world providing live air quality data. You can join them today. Learn how you can use your AirVisual to contribute to the world’s largest air quality monitoring database.","

Global air pollution has become a major problem. It’s bigger than any one person, government, or organization can tackle alone.

That’s why citizen scientists around the world are taking air quality matters into their own hands. Because everyone suffers when air pollution becomes severe, countering the problem can sometimes involve unlikely but necessary partnerships.

An oil company accepts responsibility

Founded as an engine lubricants company in 1966, Unioil is a regional powerhouse in the Philippines’ oil market. Unioil operates retail gas stations throughout the nation, positioning themselves as the public face of high-quality fuels and lubricants.

But rather than focus solely on profits and growth, the company chose to invest in improving the air quality of the Philippines. With that goal in mind, Unioil established the largest network for air quality monitoring in the Philippines in 2016.

Unioil’s unique position as an influential regional vehicle fuel corporation helped them to promote better air quality. Air quality monitors also help encourage change in consumer behavior across the country by tackling one of its primary sources of air pollution: vehicle emissions.

Powered by AirVisual, Unioil is promoting the largest air quality monitoring network in the Philippines.

Founded as a modest engine lubricants company, Unioil has become a regional powerhouse in the Philippines’ enormous oil market. And after a string of lucrative business moves, Unioil began opening retail gas stations throughout the Philippines, positioning themselves as the public face of high-quality fuels and lubricants.

You may think you know the rest of this story: oil company gets huge, sits on billions of dollars, and contributes to global pollution while ignoring the massive impact that its product has on the environment.

Think again.

Unioil is also behind the largest air quality monitoring network in the Philippines. Their unique position as an expert in vehicle fuel and as one of the region’s most influential corporations is allowing them to promote a cleaner Air Quality Index (AQI) and changes in consumer behavior across the country by tackling one of its primary sources of air pollution: vehicle emissions.

Powered by AirVisual Pro by IQAir, Unioil is behind the largest air quality monitoring network in the Philippines.

Unioil’s preferred tool for reducing air pollution and a poor air quality is the IQAir AirVisual air quality monitor.

What are the causes of air pollution in the Philippines?

Roads in The Philippines, in its capital Manila in particular, are overcrowded and tied with Bengaluru, India for the worst congestion in the world in 2019 at 71 percent congested.¹ In 2020, Manila was in fourth place with 53 percent congestion, falling behind or tying with three other cities:

\nMoscow, Russia: 54%
\nMumbai, India: 53%
\nBogota, Colombia: 53%

Limited public transportation has forced many of the archipelago’s 103 million residents to commute by gas-powered vehicles, resulting in jammed highways that generate (literal) tons of polluted air.

Manila is a huge urban area of 24 million residents and extremely dense; Manila has 4 million more people than New York City, but squeezed into about 400 square miles less. With a growing population and terrain limitations, it’s not surprising that Metro Manila is oversaturated with vehicles.

And some, like the iconic Jeepney, are some of the worst contributors to the AQI still on the roads today.

The jeepney, a decorative commuter bus common to Manila’s streets, has long been a symbol of Filipino culture. First introduced to the islands as U.S. military vehicles during the Second World War, their outdated motors and heavy metal frameworks are significant contributors to poor energy efficiency and toxic emissions.^2,3

But while they’re the cheapest mode of transportation in the Philippines, costing about $0.15 per ride, the iconic jeepneys cart millions of people each day at a cost of 22,000 metric tons of soot a year.

While they’re the cheapest mode of transportation in the Philippines, the iconic jeepneys cart millions of people each day at a cost of 22,000 metric tons of soot a year.

Increasing public awareness has revealed just how little is known about just how bad the air quality is. Many Filipinos were unaware of the nature and scale of poor air quality in their country.

Setting the clean oil standard

Unioil developed a network of AirVisual air quality sensors now stretches across metro Manila.

In every Unioil gas station in the Philippines, there is a transparent box hanging over the entrance. Inside is an AirVisual air quality monitor, measuring ambient air quality and broadcasting the current air quality to the IQAir public air pollution database.

Unioil pioneered environmentally friendly fuel standards in the Philippines. They introduced Euro 4 standard fuels to the country when required industry standards were still at Euro 2 and Euro 4 standards weren't yet legally required. Unioil also began distributing Euro 5 standard fuels at its stations when the industry requirement was still at Euro 4.⁴

With a maximum sulfur content of 10 parts per million, Unioil's Euro 5 fuels are five times cleaner than other conventional fuels sold in the country.

Unioil’s strategic placement of AirVisual air quality monitors at gas stations helps to give greater visibility to the nation’s air pollution.

Unioil’s strategic placement of AirVisual air quality monitors at gas stations helps to give greater visibility to the nation’s air pollution.

These live air quality readings constantly remind drivers of the impact of heavy vehicle emissions. Such reminders resonate deeply with a country that relies on millions of decades-old, fuel-inefficient cars, buses, and jeepneys to get around every day. The visibility of the AirVisual at high-traffic gas stations are intended to raise awareness of air pollution levels and air quality in the areas where Filipinos work and live.

Is the push toward clean fuel working?

The Filipino government first began legislating for cleaner air with the Philippines Clean Air Act.⁵ But nearly two decades later, jeepneys and traffic congestion remain real challenges.

Field tests conducted by Unioil with the Philippines Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) show that vehicles using Euro 5 fuels result in 77 percent cleaner emissions compared to vehicles using Euro 4 standard fuels.⁶

Field tests show that vehicles using Euro 5 fuels result in 77 percent cleaner emissions compared to vehicles using Euro 4 standard fuels.

Unioil also partnered with the Philippines DENR and signed a Memorandum Of Agreement supporting an AirVisual monitoring network expansion.⁷

By partnering with the Philippine government, Unioil seeks to promote environmentally-friendly policy decisions and responsible consumer choices. Together, they aim to generate a national air quality status report that will form the basis of a nationwide air quality improvement framework.

Unioil's clean energy and air quality awareness initiatives illustrate how corporations and conscious consumer choices can align to change a city's landscape for the better while promoting a cleaner, healthier future.

The takeaway

Air quality knowledge is air quality power. Anyone who looks at an AirVisual is immediately armed with the awareness that we all breathe the same air and that we can all do something about it, from a single citizen scientist in Nigeria to a national fuel corporation.

Having access to national air quality data could lead the Philippines away from its status quo of dangerous, far too common vehicle emissions.

There are 80,000 air quality monitors in cities around the world providing live air quality data. You can join them today.

Learn how you can use your AirVisual to contribute to the world’s largest air quality monitoring database.

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The AirVisual Series provides reliable air quality data to communities anywhere and brings us all one step closer to breathing the cleanest air possible around the world. Follow the steps below to set up your AirVisual Pro or AirVisual Outdoor as a public outdoor air quality monitoring station. How to install your AirVisual Outdoor Follow these steps to install your AirVisual Outdoor as a public air quality resource. 1. Connect to your app Use your mobile device to install the AirVisual app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store. Once the app is installed, login with your IQAir account or create a new account within the app. Go to the Devices tab in the app and select Add Device. Scan the QR code on the outside of your AirVisual Outdoor device, or manually select a device to add. Note: If you’re manually adding the device, have the serial number or share code ready to enter into the app. Follow the app instructions to designate your AirVisual Outdoor location. Fill in the details about your monitor and name the monitor. When finished, select Next. Allow the app to geolocate your monitor if you wish to share your location as a public air quality monitor. If you’ve decided not to, skip this step by selecting I don’t want to locate my device. 2. Power and connect the monitor to the network If you’ve connected to a 4G monitor or ethernet cable, you should be automatically connected. The LED monitor will light up red when successfully powered. If you are connecting wirelessly to Wi-Fi: Go to the Devices tab in the AirVisual app. Select Configure Network. Choose your device and follow the prompts. The LED on the monitor will light up in this order: green, red, off, and red again. When successfully connected, the LED turns bright blue. The process takes up to 60 seconds. 3. Choose a location Select a location that meets the following criteria: access to an electrical outlet and a dependable Wi-Fi connection make sure power or network cables are free from exposure to rain, snow, and ice an outdoor location sheltered from direct sunlight, rain, snow, ice, and winds a sheltered location, such as eaves, awnings, balconies, or covered patios steady, natural airflow around the device mount the monitor vertically on a wall or pole, with sensor openings facing downward position at least five feet off the ground away from localized pollution sources, such as cigarette smoke or outdoor grills 4. Mount the device outdoors Use the included Allen wrench to loosen the hex socket screw and remove the mounting plate from the monitor. You can also remove the air inlet cover to install or replace air pollution sensors or 4G modem hardware. Use the supplied mounting hardware, including anchors and screws or cable ties, to attach the mounting plate to your desired location. Slot the monitor into the mounting hook on the plate. Make sure the air inlet cover is attached. Push the monitor gently into the mounting plate and use the Allen wrench to tighten the hex socket screw until it’s snug. How to install your AirVisual Pro Follow these steps to install your AirVisual Pro as a public air quality resource. 1. Choose a location The optimal location for your AirVisual Pro public air quality monitoring station includes: access to an electrical outlet and a dependable Wi-Fi connection an outdoor location sheltered from direct sunlight, rain, snow, ice, and winds a sheltered location, such as a porch, covered patio, under an awning, or in a garage steady, natural airflow around the device position no higher than 30 feet away from localized pollution sources, such as cigarette smoke or outdoor grills IQAir may be able to help you in securing an outdoor shelter for the AirVisual Pro air quality monitor. Please contact IQAir at (866) 488-1918 for assistance. Pictured: An AirVisual Pro protected by a homemade shelter. 2. Add your AirVisual sensor to your login profile You can add your AirVisual sensor to your profile through either the IQAir website or mobile app for iOS and Android. Follow these steps to add to the AirVisual sensor to a mobile app. Open My Devices tab. Tap Add a new device. Follow the instructions on the screen for adding a device. Follow these steps to add to the AirVisual Pro through the IQAir website. Create an account on the website and log in. Click your profile image to open a drop-down menu. Under Personal Dashboard, select your name. From the top menu bar, select Devices. Select the button Register A Device. Enter the device serial number. Add your device. From the My Devices page, select your device. Click Settings, the three dots on the right. Click the Location tab. On the menu select Make Public. Set the Station name on IQAir as you want it to be seen on the public data map. We recommend naming it by referencing a nearby recognizable landmark, park, or street name. You’ll see a link to help you determine your GPS coordinates. When supplying these, please consider your own privacy and safety. We typically recommend reporting a location at least 300 feet away from your actual location. If you don’t see your country on the drop-down list, choose Add new country/state/city from the drop-down list. Submit three required photos to show how you’ve set up your device. Send at least one photo from 1 meter in front of the device and one photo from 1 meter behind. Also include one photo from 10 meters away so that we can verify the environment. Note: These photos are confidential and will not be shared with anyone outside of IQAir. They’re simply meant to help us verify that your AirVisual sensor has been set up in an environment that will provide the most accurate local air quality data. Click Submit. 4. Data validation Wait about 1 to 2 weeks for IQAir to analyze the readings before publishing your device's data to the public air quality map. Note: If we note any issues with the data that your AirVisual Pro is reporting, we’ll get in touch with you via your IQAir account email to sort them out. Pictured: An outdoor shelter protecting an AirVisual Pro. Join a network of citizen scientists You’re now a citizen data scientist, contributing outdoor air quality data to the world. Your friends, family, neighbors, and air quality enthusiasts around the world can view and act on live data from your community’s air. You’re now a citizen data scientist, contributing outdoor air quality data to the world. IQAir crowdsourced air quality monitoring data has exposed air pollution in communities around the world since the AirVisual Series air quality monitor was first launched. Air pollution is the leading environmental health hazard facing our planet. According to a 2021 study published in Environmental Research, an estimated 8.7 million deaths could be attributed to fossil fuel air pollution in 2018.1 An estimated 8.7 million deaths could be attributed to fossil fuel air pollution in 2018. According to a health and economic cost estimator developed by IQAir and Greenpeace Southeast Asia, over 160,000 deaths in the world’s five most populous cities were attributable to air pollution. Awareness is growing, but air pollution is often difficult to see or quantify. Tackling the air pollution problem can be complex. Specific measurements are needed to reveal how pollution affects different areas, and different communities must respond to the problem in their own way. The takeaway Since the AirVisual Series was first deployed, we’ve witnessed incredible achievements from community networks and activists taking local air quality into their own hands. In Lahore, Pakistan, one activist kickstarted an air quality monitoring revolution by publishing the first live readings of air pollution data in Pakistan, leading to a landmark court case that shaped government smog policy. In the Philippines, a socially conscious enterprise installed AirVisual Pro monitors in its nationwide network of clean fuel stations. The Philippines then supported a national air quality improvement framework using IQAir data. From Cape Town, South Africa toCasablanca, Morocco, Bangkok, Thailand to Nome, Alaska, Krasnoyarsk, Russia to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, people around the world are publishing their communities onto the air pollution map, helping people make informed decisions and making local pollution hard to ignore. If you have any questions, contact us and our team of Air Quality Experts. We’re happy to answer any of your questions and help get your community online. Note: Per regulations, non-government data is prohibited in China. No data from AirVisual monitors within China national borders is made public.","

With your AirVisual Series air quality monitor, outdoor air quality readings and air pollution data collection can be shared globally. The AirVisual Series provides reliable air quality data to communities anywhere and brings us all one step closer to breathing the cleanest air possible around the world.

Follow the steps below to set up your AirVisual Pro or AirVisual Outdoor as a public outdoor air quality monitoring station.

How to install your AirVisual Outdoor

Follow these steps to install your AirVisual Outdoor as a public air quality resource.

1. Connect to your app

Use your mobile device to install the AirVisual app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store.
Once the app is installed, login with your IQAir account or create a new account within the app.
Go to the Devices tab in the app and select Add Device.
Scan the QR code on the outside of your AirVisual Outdoor device, or manually select a device to add. Note: If you’re manually adding the device, have the serial number or share code ready to enter into the app.
Follow the app instructions to designate your AirVisual Outdoor location.
Fill in the details about your monitor and name the monitor.
When finished, select Next.
Allow the app to geolocate your monitor if you wish to share your location as a public air quality monitor. If you’ve decided not to, skip this step by selecting I don’t want to locate my device.

2. Power and connect the monitor to the network

If you’ve connected to a 4G monitor or ethernet cable, you should be automatically connected. The LED monitor will light up red when successfully powered.
If you are connecting wirelessly to Wi-Fi:\n
1. Go to the Devices tab in the AirVisual app.
2. Select Configure Network.
3. Choose your device and follow the prompts.
\n
The LED on the monitor will light up in this order: green, red, off, and red again.
When successfully connected, the LED turns bright blue. The process takes up to 60 seconds.

3. Choose a location

Select a location that meets the following criteria:

access to an electrical outlet and a dependable Wi-Fi connection
make sure power or network cables are free from exposure to rain, snow, and ice
an outdoor location sheltered from direct sunlight, rain, snow, ice, and winds
a sheltered location, such as eaves, awnings, balconies, or covered patios
steady, natural airflow around the device
mount the monitor vertically on a wall or pole, with sensor openings facing downward
position at least five feet off the ground
away from localized pollution sources, such as cigarette smoke or outdoor grills

4. Mount the device outdoors

Use the included Allen wrench to loosen the hex socket screw and remove the mounting plate from the monitor. You can also remove the air inlet cover to install or replace air pollution sensors or 4G modem hardware.
Use the supplied mounting hardware, including anchors and screws or cable ties, to attach the mounting plate to your desired location.
Slot the monitor into the mounting hook on the plate. Make sure the air inlet cover is attached.
Push the monitor gently into the mounting plate and use the Allen wrench to tighten the hex socket screw until it’s snug.

How to install your AirVisual Pro

Follow these steps to install your AirVisual Pro as a public air quality resource.

1. Choose a location

The optimal location for your AirVisual Pro public air quality monitoring station includes:

access to an electrical outlet and a dependable Wi-Fi connection
an outdoor location sheltered from direct sunlight, rain, snow, ice, and winds
a sheltered location, such as a porch, covered patio, under an awning, or in a garage
steady, natural airflow around the device
position no higher than 30 feet
away from localized pollution sources, such as cigarette smoke or outdoor grills

IQAir may be able to help you in securing an outdoor shelter for the AirVisual Pro air quality monitor. Please contact IQAir at (866) 488-1918 for assistance.

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\nPictured: An AirVisual Pro protected by a homemade shelter.
\n

2. Add your AirVisual sensor to your login profile

You can add your AirVisual sensor to your profile through either the IQAir website or mobile app for iOS and Android.

Follow these steps to add to the AirVisual sensor to a mobile app.

Open My Devices tab.
Tap Add a new device.
Follow the instructions on the screen for adding a device.

Follow these steps to add to the AirVisual Pro through the IQAir website.

\nCreate an account on the website and log in.
Click your profile image to open a drop-down menu.
Under Personal Dashboard, select your name.
From the top menu bar, select Devices.
Select the button Register A Device.
Enter the device serial number.
Add your device.

From the My Devices page, select your device.

Click Settings, the three dots on the right.
Click the Location tab.
On the menu select Make Public.
Set the Station name on IQAir as you want it to be seen on the public data map. We recommend naming it by referencing a nearby recognizable landmark, park, or street name.
\nYou’ll see a link to help you determine your GPS coordinates. When supplying these, please consider your own privacy and safety. We typically recommend reporting a location at least 300 feet away from your actual location.
If you don’t see your country on the drop-down list, choose Add new country/state/city from the drop-down list.
Submit three required photos to show how you’ve set up your device. Send at least one photo from 1 meter in front of the device and one photo from 1 meter behind. Also include one photo from 10 meters away so that we can verify the environment.

Note: These photos are confidential and will not be shared with anyone outside of IQAir. They’re simply meant to help us verify that your AirVisual sensor has been set up in an environment that will provide the most accurate local air quality data.
Click Submit.

4. Data validation

Wait about 1 to 2 weeks for IQAir to analyze the readings before publishing your device's data to the public air quality map.

Note: If we note any issues with the data that your AirVisual Pro is reporting, we’ll get in touch with you via your IQAir account email to sort them out.

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\nPictured: An outdoor shelter protecting an AirVisual Pro.\n

Join a network of citizen scientists

You’re now a citizen data scientist, contributing outdoor air quality data to the world. Your friends, family, neighbors, and air quality enthusiasts around the world can view and act on live data from your community’s air.

You’re now a citizen data scientist, contributing outdoor air quality data to the world.

IQAir crowdsourced air quality monitoring data has exposed air pollution in communities around the world since the AirVisual Series air quality monitor was first launched.

Air pollution is the leading environmental health hazard facing our planet. According to a 2021 study published in Environmental Research, an estimated 8.7 million deaths could be attributed to fossil fuel air pollution in 2018.¹

An estimated 8.7 million deaths could be attributed to fossil fuel air pollution in 2018.

According to a health and economic cost estimator developed by IQAir and Greenpeace Southeast Asia, over 160,000 deaths in the world’s five most populous cities were attributable to air pollution.

Awareness is growing, but air pollution is often difficult to see or quantify. Tackling the air pollution problem can be complex. Specific measurements are needed to reveal how pollution affects different areas, and different communities must respond to the problem in their own way.

The takeaway

Since the AirVisual Series was first deployed, we’ve witnessed incredible achievements from community networks and activists taking local air quality into their own hands.

\nIn Lahore, Pakistan, one activist kickstarted an air quality monitoring revolution by publishing the first live readings of air pollution data in Pakistan, leading to a landmark court case that shaped government smog policy.
\nIn the Philippines, a socially conscious enterprise installed AirVisual Pro monitors in its nationwide network of clean fuel stations. The Philippines then supported a national air quality improvement framework using IQAir data.

From Cape Town, South Africa toCasablanca, Morocco, Bangkok, Thailand to Nome, Alaska, Krasnoyarsk, Russia to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, people around the world are publishing their communities onto the air pollution map, helping people make informed decisions and making local pollution hard to ignore.

If you have any questions, contact us and our team of Air Quality Experts. We’re happy to answer any of your questions and help get your community online.

Note: Per regulations, non-government data is prohibited in China. No data from AirVisual monitors within China national borders is made public.

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Learn more.","Cyclists protest in front of the Jakarta City Hall on 6 December, 2018 (Image courtesy of Gisela Swaragita, Jakarta Post) In 2018, the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, observed an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 45.3 µg/m³ or micrograms per cubic meter, more than three times greater than the target set by the government (15 μg/m³), and four and a half times the guideline set by the World Health Organization (WHO) of 10 μg/m³. PM2.5 is particulate matter measuring 2.5 microns in diameter or smaller. Pictured: Jakarta air quality status, \"Unhealthy\" to “Very Unhealthy,” 7 May 2019 (10:15, UTC-7). Source: IQAir Jakarta observed an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 45.3 µg/m³, more than 3 times greater than the target set by the government, and 4.5 times the guideline set by the WHO. The alarming figure made headlines, as the 2018 World Air Quality Report determined Jakarta to be the most polluted city in Southeast Asia. This data only reconfirmed what citizens already knew: that Jakarta’s air pollution is on the rise and taking a toll on the health of local residents, the city’s most vulnerable population in particular. Pictured: Annual data as recorded by IQAir AirVisual reveals Jakarta’s annual PM2.5 concentration rose by over 150% from 2017. Source: IQAir Activists warn of lawsuitOn December 6, 2018, citizens within and supporting the Gerakan Inisiatif Bersihkan Udara Koalisi Semesta (Coalition for the Clean Air Initiative), came together to protest government inaction to improve city-wide air quality.1The group warned that unless urgent action was taken in the following 60 business days, they would file a citizen lawsuit with the Central Jakarta District Court.The group warned that unless urgent action was taken in the following 60 business days, they would file a citizen lawsuit with the Central Jakarta District Court.After several mediation meetings were held between activists and the government, a lawsuit was filed on July 4, 2019.2The suit was directed against seven officials, including the president of Indonesia, three government ministers, and three governors.In 2019, thirty-two citizens came forward and became witnesses in the suit.Activists’ message: Implement existing legislationThe sources of pollutants are understood by the government. Pictured: Daily averages of air pollution over the month of April 2019, show consistently high pollution levels in Jakarta. Source: IQAir Sources of airborne pollutants impacting the city include vehicle and factory emissions as well as coal-fired power plants. Apart from PM2.5, airborne pollutants identified from these sources include: PM10 sulfur dioxide ozone carbon dioxide nitrogen dioxide lead Other regions of Indonesia and neighboring Malaysia and Singapore are seasonally affected by forest fires and crop stubble burning that runs from July to October in nearby Sumatra and Kalimantan.3 Crop burnings are common in South and Southeast Asian countries, such as India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Bangladesh, and Thailand. The Coalition outlined 36 governmental regulations previously in place which need stronger enforcement from the government. Regulations include: emission tests cleaner-energy public vehicles commitments to more green spaces laws against burning household waste Jakarta faces continuing air quality challengesConcerns about air quality in Jakarta have grown in the years following the demonstration. According to the 2020 World Air Quality Report, Jakarta’s annual average airborne particle concentrations were still measuring as high as 39.6 μg/m3.Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan acknowledged that air pollution was a major threat to the city and was responsible for over 5 million illnesses per year.In 2020, Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan acknowledged that air pollution was a major threat to the city and was responsible for over 5 million illnesses per year.4The takeawayWithout effective governance in support of local laws, the over 10 million Jakarta residents suffer.Without effective governance in support of local laws, the over 10 million Jakarta residents find their health avoidably at risk from poor air quality.While cheap energy and rapid growth can be achieved in the status quo, mobilized action as presented by the Coalition and supporters is required to ensure economic progress doesn’t come at the high cost of human health and livelihood."," $\"Annual$ Cyclists protest in front of the Jakarta City Hall on 6 December, 2018 (Image courtesy of Gisela Swaragita, Jakarta Post)

\n\nIn 2018, the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, observed an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 45.3 µg/m³ or micrograms per cubic meter, more than three times greater than the target set by the government (15 μg/m³), and four and a half times the guideline set by the World Health Organization (WHO) of 10 μg/m³. PM2.5 is particulate matter measuring 2.5 microns in diameter or smaller.
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$\"Current$ Pictured: Jakarta air quality status, \"Unhealthy\" to “Very Unhealthy,” 7 May 2019 (10:15, UTC-7). Source: IQAir

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\n\nJakarta observed an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 45.3 µg/m³, more than 3 times greater than the target set by the government, and 4.5 times the guideline set by the WHO.\n

\n\nThe alarming figure made headlines, as the 2018 World Air Quality Report determined Jakarta to be the most polluted city in Southeast Asia. This data only reconfirmed what citizens already knew: that Jakarta’s air pollution is on the rise and taking a toll on the health of local residents, the city’s most vulnerable population in particular.
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$\"Annual$ Pictured: Annual data as recorded by IQAir AirVisual reveals Jakarta’s annual PM2.5 concentration rose by over 150% from 2017. Source: IQAir

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\n\nActivists warn of lawsuit

On December 6, 2018, citizens within and supporting the Gerakan Inisiatif Bersihkan Udara Koalisi Semesta (Coalition for the Clean Air Initiative), came together to protest government inaction to improve city-wide air quality.¹The group warned that unless urgent action was taken in the following 60 business days, they would file a citizen lawsuit with the Central Jakarta District Court.

The group warned that unless urgent action was taken in the following 60 business days, they would file a citizen lawsuit with the Central Jakarta District Court.

After several mediation meetings were held between activists and the government, a lawsuit was filed on July 4, 2019.²The suit was directed against seven officials, including the president of Indonesia, three government ministers, and three governors.

In 2019, thirty-two citizens came forward and became witnesses in the suit.

Activists’ message: Implement existing legislation

The sources of pollutants are understood by the government.
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$\"Daily$ Pictured: Daily averages of air pollution over the month of April 2019, show consistently high pollution levels in Jakarta. Source: IQAir

\n\nSources of airborne pollutants impacting the city include vehicle and factory emissions as well as coal-fired power plants. Apart from PM2.5, airborne pollutants identified from these sources include:

PM10
sulfur dioxide
ozone
carbon dioxide
nitrogen dioxide
lead

Other regions of Indonesia and neighboring Malaysia and Singapore are seasonally affected by forest fires and crop stubble burning that runs from July to October in nearby Sumatra and Kalimantan.³ Crop burnings are common in South and Southeast Asian countries, such as India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Bangladesh, and Thailand. The Coalition outlined 36 governmental regulations previously in place which need stronger enforcement from the government. Regulations include:

emission tests
cleaner-energy public vehicles
commitments to more green spaces
laws against burning household waste

Jakarta faces continuing air quality challenges

Concerns about air quality in Jakarta have grown in the years following the demonstration. According to the 2020 World Air Quality Report, Jakarta’s annual average airborne particle concentrations were still measuring as high as 39.6 μg/m³.

Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan acknowledged that air pollution was a major threat to the city and was responsible for over 5 million illnesses per year.

In 2020, Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan acknowledged that air pollution was a major threat to the city and was responsible for over 5 million illnesses per year.⁴

The takeaway

Without effective governance in support of local laws, the over 10 million Jakarta residents suffer.

Without effective governance in support of local laws, the over 10 million Jakarta residents find their health avoidably at risk from poor air quality.

While cheap energy and rapid growth can be achieved in the status quo, mobilized action as presented by the Coalition and supporters is required to ensure economic progress doesn’t come at the high cost of human health and livelihood.

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In cities from Krasnoyarsk, Russia to Lahore, Pakistan, air pollution data has often served as an important first step in tackling the air pollution problem.

Access to real-time, public air quality data is essential for its ability to generate public awareness, encourage protective measures, and drive action to combat emissions.

While the African continent faces numerous air quality-related challenges stemming from rapid urbanization, limited infrastructure, agricultural burning, and reliance on high-polluting fuels, such as coal, the continent also has a noticeable lack of accessible air quality monitoring data, making it difficult to understand the severity of the problem as well as benchmark trends.¹

For the 2019 World Environment Day, however, Mr. Abiodun Bamgboye, of the Ministry of Environment in Lagos, announced that theLagos State Governmenthas committed to deploying a network of six air quality monitors to fight local smog.²

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PM2.5 heat map of Nigeria on June 19, 2019, created using estimated satellite data. The yellow pin indicates the single air quality monitoring station, at present, located in Kano, Nigeria.

In addition to the new landmark monitoring network, the Lagos State Government will continue working with local and international governments to develop effective programs and policies aimed at combating air pollution in the state.³

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