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Kittitas (pronounced 'KITT-i-tass') County is located in central Washington State. It spans from the lush forested Cascade Mountains to the upper Yakima River Valley plains and the Columbia River.
Kittitas County, WA - 08/20/2023 - Kittitas County is currently under an air quality alert, which has been issued by the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology). Smoke from several fires is affecting the air quality in Kittitas County and the alert is effective until 9am tomorrow, August 21st. The Kittitas County Public Health Department (KCPHD) will provide an additional update tomorrow as long as air quality conditions continue to be poor.
According to the Interactive Air Quality Map via Ecology, the monitor in Ellensburg is showing unhealthy air quality. Everyone should reduce exposure to unhealthy air quality. Limit time outside. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
Kittitas County, from the Cascades to the Columbia, and online at http://www.co.kittitas.wa.us
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Contact: Kasey Knutson, Public Information Officer, 509-962-7515