Outdoor Air Quality

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality governs our outdoor Air Quality.

They monitor air quality throughout the State and can best answer questions about regulations and restrictions as well as real time air quality.

Air quality in the area is at a decreased level due to particulate matter from smoke. Children, people over age 65, and those with known heart and lung problems like asthma and emphysema are more sensitive to lung irritation from these conditions.  

Sensitive populations should consider limiting outdoor activities when possible, staying inside with windows and doors closed, and running air conditioning in homes and cars on “recirculate”. See your healthcare provider if you have concerns about your health, or any of the following: shortness of breath, or a cough that is persistent or worsening, chest pain or tightness, or significant weakness or fatigue.

Resources

• EPA's Smoke-Ready Toolbox for Wildfires
• EPA's Smoke Sense App. Citizen scientists can use the app to learn about wildland fires and smoke health risks in their area. 
• National Air Quality Index - Use these maps to find the real time air quality where you live.
• Fires can effect the air quality throughout the area. Please refer to the Teton Interagency Fire website for information about both prescribed burns and wild-land fires.
• The AQD manages air emissions from all fires under two very distinct and separate programs throughout Wyoming: Smoke Management and Open Burning.