Sunday, July 16, 2023 | View in browser
 The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert, based on an Air Pollution Action Day declared by the Illinois EPA, for the Evanston area through midnight tonight, Sun., July 16. A similar alert is expected for tomorrow. Smoke from wildfires in Canada has moved into the region, pushing the AQI over 150 and into the unhealthy or worse categories. Air Quality Index forecasts and levels can be found at airnow.gov.
Active children and adults especially people with pulmonary or respiratory disease such as asthma should avoid long or intense outdoor activity. Everyone else should reduce outdoor activity.
The National Weather Service has also urged residents to reduce pollution levels. Air quality forecasts and tips on how you can reduce your emissions can be found at airnow.gov.
City staff ready to respond
Evanston 311 and first responders are on alert and prepared to respond to any issues that arise.
Stay informed
Check the City's website, Facebook and Twitter for updates.
Beaches closed today
 All Evanston swimming beaches will be closed today, Sun., July 16. Swimming is not permitted and no lifeguards will be on duty.
When the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches over 150, pushing it into the red category, all Evanston swimming beaches will close for the safety of our lifeguards and community members.
Additional changes
EPD Community BBQ: The Evanston Police Department's Community BBQ scheduled for today is canceled. It will be rescheduled for a later date.
Summer Camps: In the event that the Air Quality Alert is continued into tomorrow, Mon., July 17, all Parks & Recreation summer camps will be moved indoors.
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Did you know? The City of Evanston uses the EvanstonAlerts emergency notification system to notify community members in the event of emergencies, such as critical police activity, evacuations, hazardous materials spill/release, and safety alerts. Sign up for EvanstonAlerts here.
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