WAC003-007-017-019-047-065-291800-
Asotin-Chelan-Douglas-Ferry-Okanogan-Stevens-
Including the cities of Clarkston, Asotin, Anatone, Wenatchee,
Leavenworth, Cashmere, Entiat, Chelan, Manson, Plain,
East Wenatchee, Bridgeport, Waterville, Douglas, Republic,
Inchelium, Keller, Curlew, Danville, Laurier, Omak, Okanogan,
Tonasket, Brewster, Oroville, Mazama, Winthrop, Methow, Twisp,
Conconully, Colville, Chewelah, Kettle Falls, Springdale,
and Northport
1119 AM PDT Tue Jul 28 2026
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Colville Confederated Tribes
Environmental Protection Agency
An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Asotin, Chelan, Douglas,
Ferry, Okanogan, and Stevens Counties through Wednesday 11 am due
to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Areas
immediately downwind of active and emerging fires in Washington
and Oregon may reach Unhealthy levels of particulate matter
(PM2.5). When air quality is unhealthy, everyone should reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity,
and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
$$
WAC051-291800-
Pend Oreille-
Including the cities of Newport, Metaline Falls, Ione, Cusick,
and Diamond Lake
1119 AM PDT Tue Jul 28 2026
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Environmental Protection Agency
An Air Quality Advisory is in effect until further notice for the
Kalispel Indian Community of the Kalispel Reservation due to
increases in air pollution from multiple fires in Washington. Smoke
from these fires will impact the reservation with intermittent
periods of Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy air quality,
based on EPA`s Air Quality Index.
$$
IDC057-061-069-291800-
Latah-Lewis-Nez Perce-
Including the cities of Moscow, Potlatch, Deary, Genesee, Juliaetta,
Kendrick, Kamiah, Craigmont, Nezperce, Winchester, Lewiston, Lapwai,
Peck, Culdesac, and Gifford
1119 AM PDT Tue Jul 28 2026
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Lewiston
Nez Perce Tribe
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY FOR Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce
Counties...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to
wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups.
* WHERE...Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties...
* WHEN...Until noon July 29th (outside of reservation boundaries).
For the Nez Perce Reservation, the Air Quality Alert remains in
effect until 10 am July 31st.
* IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health
effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799-4370
$$
NVZ038-291700-
Southwest Elko-
Including the cities of Elko, Ryndon, Jiggs, Lamoille, Lee,
South Fork, and Spring Creek
1012 AM PDT Tue Jul 28 2026
...AN AIR QUALITY ALERT IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
MORNING...
An Air Quality Action Day has been forecast for southwest Elko
County for elevated particulate matter levels. These levels are
anticipated to be Orange/unhealthy for sensitive groups, and an Air
Quality Alert is in effect until 10 AM PDT Wednesday morning.
Particulate matter levels are expected to be unhealthy for sensitive
groups. For additional information, please visit the EPA AIRNOW web
site at www.airnow.gov and click on Nevada.
Please note: These data are preliminary and have not been validated.
Data is provided as a service from the Nevada Division of
Environmental Protection and are not intended to replace medical
advice. If you have questions about your health, please contact your
local health department and/or your health care provider.
$$
BS
IDC059-311900-
Air Quality Alert Message
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality Idaho Falls ID
Relayed by National Weather Service Missoula MT
941 AM MDT Tue Jul 28 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
FOR Lemhi County...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire
smoke.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
* WHERE... Lemhi County
* WHEN...Until 1pm MDT 7/31/2026
* IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health
effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficult for children, the elderly, as
well as persons with respiratory problems. Those individuals who are sensitive
to increased particulate matter or smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged
or strenuous outdoor activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited
by air quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals limit
prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION,
CONTACT DEQ`s Idaho Falls Regional Office at (208) 528-2650
$$
IDC023-037-291515-
Air Quality Alert Message
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
Relayed by National Weather Service Pocatello ID
908 AM MDT Tue Jul 28 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR BUTTE AND CUSTER COUNTIES...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due
to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.
* WHERE...BUTTE, CUSTER AND LEMHI COUNTIES.
* WHEN...THROUGH FRIDAY JULY 31ST.
* IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health
effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Idaho Falls Regional Office at (208)528-2650.
$$
MTC001-005-007-013-015-023-027-039-041-043-045-047-049-
051-059-061-063-069-071-073-077-081-089-093-099-101-
291500-
Air Quality Alert
Relayed by National Weather Service Great Falls MT
800 AM MDT Tue Jul 28 2026
...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT...
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air
quality alert for Beaverhead, Blaine, Broadwater, Cascade, Chouteau,
Deer Lodge, Fergus, Granite, Jefferson, Judith Basin, Lake, Lewis and
Clark, Liberty, Meagher, Mineral, Missoula, Petroleum, Pondera,
Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow, Teton, Toole, Phillips, Hill
counties in effect until 9AM on 07/29/2026
An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending
upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air
Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near
future.
Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke
As of 6AM on 07/28/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Hamilton and
Helena are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.
As of 6AM on 07/28/2026, particulate levels in Butte, Columbia Falls,
Cut Bank, Dillon, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Lewistown, Libby,
Malta, Missoula, Sleeping Giant and Thompson Falls are Moderate.
When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local
health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart
disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion.
When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials
recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing
prolonged or heavy exertion.
For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
$$
WYZ054-281900-
Northern Campbell-
Including the cities of Gillette, Recluse, Weston, and Rozet
853 PM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AN AIR QUALITY ALERT FOR WILDFIRE SMOKE REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1
PM MDT TUESDAY...
The following message is transmitted in collaboration with the
Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division,
and the Wyoming Department of Health.
* WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke.
* WHERE...Northeast Wyoming.
* WHEN...Until 100 PM MDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality due to wildfire smoke.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
The Wyoming Department of Health recommends the elderly, young
children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive
physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time.
Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety of pollutants, including
particulate matter and ozone, which can cause respiratory health
effect. Although these people are most susceptible to health
impacts, the Department of Health also advises that everyone should
avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality conditions.
&&
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality
Division offers near real-time air quality data for Wyoming`s
monitoring stations and health effects information to help the
public interpret current conditions. Current air quality conditions
across the state of Wyoming can be found at http://www.wyvisnet.com/
$$
ORC013-021-023-031-049-059-061-063-065-069-291800-
Crook-Gilliam-Grant-Jefferson-Morrow-Umatilla-Union-Wallowa-Wasco-
Wheeler-
Including the cities of Prineville, Post, Paulina, Condon, Lonerock,
Arlington, John Day, Monument, Dayville, Long Creek, Seneca, Madras,
Warm Springs, Culver, Boardman, Heppner, Lexington, Ione, Irrigon,
Hermiston, Milton-Freewater, Pendleton, Athena, Pilot Rock,
Stanfield, Umatilla, Ukiah, Helix, La Grande, Elgin, Union,
North Powder, Enterprise, Joseph, Wallowa..Imnaha, Troy, Lostine,
The Dalles, Maupin, Shaniko, Tygh Valley, Fossil, Spray,
and Mitchell
535 PM PDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT WEDNESDAY...
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until noon PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
$$
IDC001-003-015-027-039-045-073-075-085-087-291900-
Ada-Adams-Boise-Canyon-Elmore-Gem-Owyhee-Payette-Valley-Washington-
1245 PM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY FOR Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette,
Valley, and Washington Counties...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to
wildfire smoke.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Very Unhealthy.
* WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette,
Valley, and Washington Counties.
* WHEN...UNTIL 3 PM MDT FRIDAY.
* IMPACTS...Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire
population is more likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Boise Regional Office at (208) 373-0550
$$
ORC001-025-045-291900-
Baker-Harney-Malheur-
1245 PM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026 /1145 AM PDT Mon Jul 27 2026/
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY FOR Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties...
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire
smoke.
* WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties.
* WHEN...UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some
medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects
include infants, young children, people with heart or lung
disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on
weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information
Blog, DEQ`s Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free
OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
* Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed.
* Avoid strenuous outdoor activity.
* Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor
ventilation systems or portable air purifiers.
* Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest
levels.
* If you have heart or lung disease, or asthma, follow your
healthcare provider`s advice.
For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit:
https://aqi.oregon.gov
For additional information, please visit:
https://www.oregon.gov/deq
$$
IDC025-047-053-083-291900-
Camas-Gooding-Jerome-Twin Falls-
1245 PM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY FOR Camas, Gooding, Jerome, and Twin Falls Counties...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to
wildfire smoke.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy.
* WHERE...Camas, Gooding, Jerome, and Twin Falls Counties.
* WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT WEDNESDAY.
* IMPACTS...Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire
population is more likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Twin Falls Regional Office at (208) 736-2190
$$
IDC013-291900-
Air Quality Alert Message
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
Relayed by National Weather Service Pocatello ID
1211 PM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR BLAINE COUNTY...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive
Groups.
* WHERE...BLAINE COUNTY.
* WHEN...THROUGH WEDNESDAY JULY 29TH.
* IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health
effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Twin Falls Regional Office at (208)736-2190.
$$
IDC035-049-291900-
Clearwater-Idaho-
1142 AM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026 /1042 AM PDT Mon Jul 27 2026/
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY EXTENDED FOR Clearwater and Idaho Counties...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to
wildfire smoke.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.
* WHERE...Clearwater and Idaho Counties.
* WHEN...Extended until noon 7/29/2026.
* IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health
effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799-4370
$$
IDZ007-311700-
Air Quality Alert Message
Nez Perce Tribe ERWM Air Quality Program
Relayed by National Weather Service Missoula MT
Issued by National Weather Service Boise ID
1040 AM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY ISSUED FOR THE NEZ PERCE RESERVATION...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory due to smoke from wildfires.
Air Quality Index ranging from Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.
* WHERE...All Areas on the Nez Perce Reservation.
* WHEN...Until 10:00 AM PDT Friday July 31.
* IMPACTS...Those who experience health effects from smoke include
children under 18, elders, pregnant women, people with asthma
or have difficulty breathing, diabetes, heart problems or
otherwise compromised health, and people who have high exposure
(those who work, exercise, or spend extensive time outdoors).
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Under the most severe pollution level, sensitive groups should avoid
outdoor exposure and limit indoor activities, and everyone should
restrict their outdoor activities.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/health-wellness/environmental-
health/wildfire-smoke
Idaho Smoke Information Hotline: 1-800-345-1007
&&
LAT...LON 4620 11645 4615 11620 4621 11615 4621 11607
4623 11601 4629 11612 4641 11620 4641 11630
4647 11637 4650 11637 4650 11645 4656 11645
4657 11625 4614 11589 4599 11596 4612 11648
$$
IDC031-063-067-291900-
Air Quality Alert Message
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
Relayed by National Weather Service Pocatello ID
1032 AM MDT Mon Jul 27 2026
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR CASSIA, LINCOLN AND MINIDOKA
COUNTIES...
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy.
* WHERE...CASSIA, LINCOLN AND MINIDOKA COUNTIES.
* WHEN...THROUGH WEDNESDAY JULY 29TH.
* IMPACTS...Some members of the general public may experience
health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more
serious health effects.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the
elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those
individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or
smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor
activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air
quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals
limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ`s
Twin Falls Regional Office at (208)736-2190.
$$ |
