Image from EPA Air Now ( https://www.airnow.gov/sites/default/files/download-images/aqi-logos/aqi_ex3.jpg) The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a color-coded scale that indicates when health impacts may happen based on air quality.  Green or “good” indicates that the air quality poses little or no health risk.  Yellow or “moderate” means air quality is acceptable, but those who are especially sensitive […]

Spring is here in Hood County and that means it’s time for our lawns, trees, and flowers to start growing and blooming!  Taking care of our yards provides some opportunities for clean air choices.  If you have gas-powered lawn equipment, be sure to avoid gas spills and maintain your equipment to reduce emissions that contribute […]

Ozone season started on March 1st in North Texas and April is National Car Care Month.  In preparation for car care month, here are some ideas to think about to take care of your vehicle and help keep our air clean.  Some car care tips include checking tire inflation, changing air filters, and addressing check […]

Iris Image by blizniak from Pixabay Spring is around the corner and with it marks the beginning of ozone season in Hood County and North Texas.  Ozone is the main air pollution concern for Hood County as the county is considered an affected county for ozone meaning that the ozone levels are close to the […]