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.
CELINA - City council members on Monday night advanced to final reading an ordinance to permanently close a portion of Holly Street so school officials can proceed with the construction of a new 7-12 grade building.
Expect work to begin on the two newest wetlands areas
CELINA - Mercer County officials are gearing up for a pair of projects that will establish new wetlands, pollinator habitats, trees and native grasses as part of an ongoing effort to filter runoff from farmlands and other areas.
