UPDATE: Air quality alert for Imperial County Southwest and Imperial County West
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The NWS Phoenix AZ reported an updated air quality alert at 9:35 a.m. on Friday in effect until Sunday at midnight for Imperial County Southwest and Imperial County West.
This alert is in effect until Sunday at midnight.
Air quality alerts: Your safety roadmap by the NWS
- Stay inside if possible, particularly if you have respiratory concerns or other health problems, or are a senior or child.
- If you must go out, try to limit the amount of time you are out to strictly essential activities.
- Minimize your use of items that increase pollution, such as cars, gas-powered lawnmowers, and other vehicles.
- Do not burn debris or other items during an air quality alert.
- Stay Informed - Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite weather news station.
Source: The National Weather Service
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This story was originally published May 15, 2026 at 9:28 AM.