If you were hoping for relief from the heat or the haze, it's not here just yet. Smoke is sticking around for another day. Most will remain primarily in the upper atmosphere, so expect another day of hazy skies and light to moderate smoke at the surface today. Afternoon highs are again expected to climb into the high 90s and low 100s. The extreme heat can exacerbate the effects of air pollution on the body, so take caution to protect your health. CDPHE's website has resources on how to protect your health during extreme heat and how to stay healthy during a wildfire smoke event.
The good news? Some thunderstorm activity is possible Sunday afternoon. While it might not be enoough rainfall to water your garden, the shakeup from this stagnant weather pattern could help to clear the air a bit.
One difference today is that a Red Flag Warning is in effect for a large portion of Colorado, and our neighbors upwind (Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Nevada, and more.) The smoke situation could change if new fires spark. CDPHE is monitoring the situation and will provide updates as necessary.
Another hazy day in Colorado. This webcam faces west, showing downtown Denver with the mountains in the background. Today, haze blocks the view of the Rockies. (Image from APCD webcam: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/live_image.aspx)
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