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Air Quality Alert Message

Washington Department of Ecology

Colville Confederated Tribes

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality Lewiston ID

Nez Perce Tribe

Relayed by National Weather Service Spokane WA

1000 AM PDT Mon Aug 17 2026



WAC007-017-025-047-181715-

Chelan-Douglas-Grant-Okanogan-

Including the cities of Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Cashmere, Entiat, 

Chelan, Manson, Plain, East Wenatchee, Bridgeport, Waterville, 

Douglas, Moses Lake, Ephrata, Quincy, Mattawa, Royal City, 

Coulee City, Omak, Okanogan, Tonasket, Brewster, Oroville, Mazama, 

Winthrop, Methow, Twisp, and Conconully

1005 AM PDT Mon Aug 17 2026



An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:



Washington Department of Ecology



An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and

Okanogan Counties until further notice due to current and expected 

smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach 

Unhealthy levels for areas downwind from active wildfires. Be sure 

to check air monitors in your area before outdoor activities.



When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. 

Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips

for cleaner indoor air.



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IDC061-069-171715-

Lewis-Nez Perce-

Including the cities of Kamiah, Craigmont, Nezperce, Winchester, 

Lewiston, Lapwai, Peck, Culdesac, and Gifford

1005 AM PDT Mon Aug 17 2026



The Air Quality Alert has been lifted by the Nez Perce Tribe for the

Nez Perce Reservation in Lewis and Nez Perce counties. 



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