Smoke From Fire Increases Pollution Index in Mexicali

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Mexicali, January 24. – After two consecutive days of warnings for poor air quality, Mexicali woke up this Saturday with atmospheric conditions classified as "moderate", which represents a low, but not zero, risk to the health of the population. On January 22 and 23, Mexicali City Council activated alerts for "high risk" health due to high concentrations of particulate matter PM 2.5 and PM 10. Among the recommendations issued to citizens was the…

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Authorities activated an air quality alert in Mexicali for two consecutive days following a fire in a sewer system. The smoke affected neighborhoods in the south and rural areas of the valley; residents are advised to avoid outdoor activities and wear face masks.