ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Near-surface smoke is still struggling to vacate the area today, causing air quality concerns for some. The AQI is expected to hover around 130 today, which means those with heart/lung disease, children, and older adults should try to limit strenuous outdoor activities. Southerly flow will help to flush the smoke out tomorrow, so air quality is expected to improve then. We may see more air quality problems by midweek, however, so stay tuned for updates on that.

Other than the AQI, afternoon and evening showers may put a damper on outdoor plans later today. Showers are expected to arrive near 4pm and chances for showers will last overnight, and some could include a rumble of thunder. No severe weather is expected however, so we remain Green on the Threat Tracker. Temperat

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