claim: "we have had over 40 days this summer where it was unsafe to breathe the air."
author: jennette gayer
evidence_1: studies have shown that air pollution is related to the worsening of asthma  symptoms. ... 40 percent more likely to have acute asthma episodes on high  pollution summer days than on days ... ozone can make it more difficult for you to  breathe deeply. ... when the aqi is 101 or higher, it is dangerous for people with  asthma.
evidence_2: in many parts of the country, summer has the worst air quality of any season. ... if  you have a lung condition like asthma, the damage can be more harmful. ... “ when people hear it'll be a bad air day, most expect their breathing will be  affected that day. ... “on red alert days you should avoid being active outdoors  during peak ...
evidence_3: aug 15, 2018 ... “it used to be a few days, maybe a week at worse. ... at least 40 days each year  when air quality was dangerous according to epa standards. ... “we have the  biggest challenge that any air district has in the nation ... the veil of pollution  clouding much of the west this summer comes with fatal consequences.
evidence_4: feb 10, 2015 ... it's a beautiful summer morning. dew shines on the grass. birds chirp. what a  glorious day to contemplate the air. i had contacted the air man—he has a name:  steven ... “dude,” he says, “you have an epic nose.” .... there, a single man with  really bad diarrhea infected 321 people, killing more than 40.
evidence_5: nov 6, 2018 ... also get information on copd triggers, handling indoor humidity, managing mold  in ... air that's very cold, hot, or dry can trigger a copd flare-up. ... humidity,  ozone levels, and pollen counts can affect breathing as well. ... during the  summer months, you should try to avoid going outside on days when the ...