Air quality- a week of unhealthy conditions, concerns
•June 18, 2025•
by DM Williamee
Last week, many residents in Sullivan and surrounding communities noticed a marked decline in local air quality, raising health concerns for some area residents. The poor air quality can be attributed to several factors, such as increasing pollen counts, agricultural activities as the growing season moves into full swing, the increase in summer travel and resulting vehicle emissions, and smoke and ash from the Canadian Wildfires that made their way into the area. Other conditions, such as stagnant air and low wind speeds, contribute to the accumulation of particulate matter. When atmospheric conditions trap pollutants closer to the ground, residents experience an increase in unhealthy air quality.