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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Friday, January 25th, 2013
Tyson Humerickhouse
Tyson L. Humerickhouse, 28, Van Wert, died Jan. 23, 2013, at his home.
He was born May 8, 1984, in Van Wert to Randy and Diann Moreland Humerickhouse, who survive in Van Wert.
Also surviving are grandparents, Ted and Cleo Moreland of North Fort Myers, Fla., and a brother, Cody Humerickhouse of Columbus.
Deceased are grandparents, Elfriede and Don Kistler and Mary Evelyn Humerickhouse.
He graduated in 2003 from Crestview High School and earned his associate degree in diesel technology from the University of Northwestern Ohio. He also graduated from the Police Academy at Vantage Career Center. He co-owned RTC motors in Van Wert and was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Convoy. He loved sports, motorcycles and cars.
Funeral services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Convoy, the Rev. Michael Saylor officiating.
Calling is 2-8 p.m. Saturday at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, Van Wert, and one hour prior to services Sunday at the church.
Memorials may be given to Van Wert Youth Football, 630 State St., Van Wert, or any organization of the donor's choosing.
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