Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 12:43AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
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Monday, August 7th, 2006
Ken Brinkerhoff
Ken Brinkerhoff, 53, of Portland, Ind., died Aug. 4, 2006, at his residence. Death was due to an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
He was born Jan. 7, 1953, in Portland, to Calvin and Ruth Smith Brinkerhoff.
Survivors are two daughters, Beth Brinkerhoff and Sheri Miller, both of Portland; two brothers, Larry and David, both of Portland; and three grandchildren.
He was the owner of Brinks Auto Repair and Sales, Portland, and a member of Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 374 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 928, both of Portland.
Per his request there is no calling or services. Arrangements are by Baird-Freeman Funeral Home, Portland.
Contributions can be made to the Jay County Humane Society.
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