406 AEUS75 KPIH 260358 AQAPIH IDC005-007-011-029-041-071-077-261900- Idaho Department OF Environmental Quality Pocatello ID Air Quality Alert Message Relayed by National Weather Service Pocatello ID 958 PM MDT Tue Aug 25 2020 ....AN AIR POLLUTION CAUTION STATEMENT FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REMAINS IN EFFECT... Due to elevated pollutant levels, the air quality remains unhealthy for sensitive groups in Bannock, Bingham, Bear Lake, Caribou, Franklin, Power, and Oneida Counties. This advisory will remain in effect until air quality has significantly improved. Those individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate or smoke levels are encouraged to limit prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity. An increase in symptoms of asthma and other respiratory ailments are likely. Your cooperation is appreciated. Another statement will be issued about 10 AM MDT tomorrow. For more information please access the departments website at http://airquality.deq.idaho.gov This statement is issued by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Pocatello Idaho Regional Office. Contact at 208 236 6160. $$