Having Trouble Breathing? So Are Your Animals
October 14, 2017 | Sammy Caiola
Whether close to the fire zone or miles away, animals throughout Northern California are at risk for lung damage during fire season.
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Expect More 'Spare The Air' Alerts In Sacramento
April 27, 2016 | Ed Joyce
More "Spare The Air" alerts may be issued this year in the Sacramento region because the Environmental Protection Agency has lowered the federal ozone health standard.
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Study Shows California Can Expect More Unhealthy Ozone Days
April 21, 2016 | Amy Quinton
A new study shows that by 2050, California could experience an additional nine days when ozone levels are unhealthy for humans.
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Lung Association: Climate Change Worsens California Air Quality
September 2, 2015 | Ed Joyce
The American Lung Association in California says climate change is causing the state's air quality to deteriorate.
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Sacramento Valley Ozone Levels 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups'
July 29, 2015 | Ed Joyce
Ozone levels have reached 'unhealthy' levels in Sacramento and surrounding counties due to triple digit heat and lack of wind.
California Cities Rank High On ‘Unhealthy Air’ Report
April 29, 2015 | Ed Joyce
The American Lung Association's annual air quality report said many California cities have some of the worst air pollution in the country.
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