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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Wednesday, July 24th, 2013
George Dufur
George Dufur, 83, died June 14, 2013, at Celina Manor Nursing Home.
He was born in Little Hocking to Edmund and Beatrix Dufur. On June 2, 1967, he married Lois Smelser, who died July 17, 2006.
Surviving are a sister, Lois Grice of Greenville; a brother-in-law, Morris Hart of Union City; a daughter, Trixie (Dan) Buzard of St. Henry; a stepdaughter, Darlene (Craig) Snavely; grandchildren, Matt Snavely, Jillian Snavely and Jodi (Mike) Bland; and great-grandchildren, Everett Bland and Josie Bland.
Deceased are a brother, Edmund Dufur, and a sister, Ruth (Morris) Hart.
He was a humble man with a wonderful sense of humor. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, and retired from the former Mersman Furniture in Celina.
Family and friends may gather from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at the Celina VFW, where a luncheon will be served.
Memorials may be given to Celina Manor.
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