The forecast for North Central Washington is predicting areas of smoke and haze into Friday.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has an Air Quality Alert posted for Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties. NWS is forecasting the particulate matter levels

are expected to be unhealthy in many areas. When air quality is

unhealthy; everyone should reduce exposure by limiting time outside, avoiding

strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Consider setting thermostats in your home or your vehicle to recirculate inside air.

The primary contributor to unhealthy air over the region is attributed to the 30,300+ acre Lower Sugarloaf Fire and the 14,700-acre Labor Mountain Fire. Both blazes are expected to remain active the rest of the week. loading...

The haze may

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