07/16/2026
Becky here, after driving through the haze to get to work.
The air quality today is horrid, no other way to describe it.
If you have to be outside today, especially for those that are considered part of the sensitive groups - the elderly, babies and those with pre-existing lung conditions - limit your time outdoors if possible, wear a mask if needed to keep from inhaling the smoke, and take frequent breaks.
The heat is pretty much guaranteeing that our windows are closed, but if you have a HEPA filter, it's a good idea to check the filter and let it run as well.
If you like numbers, here's a link that may be of interest to you:
Geneva - Kane County Government Air Quality Index (AQI) is now Very unhealthy. Get real-time, historical and forecast PM2.5 and weather data. Read the a...