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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.

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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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