MIDDLETOWN
Lake County Democrats sponsor rally in Middletown
Labor Day is traditionally a day to celebrate working men and women across the country. Because large numbers of Lake County workers feel their rights being threatened by the current regime in Washington, Indivisible Lake County will be joining with Lake County Democrats to sponsor a rally along Highway 29 in Middletown on Labor Day, Monday September 1.
Indivisible Lake County is one of 1500 local Indivisible chapters across the county. It is a non-partisan, grass roots organization formed to resist the authoritarian trends and threats to democracy emanating from the current administration in Washington.
The venue of the protest is designed to give the out-of-county crowd heading home from the Labor Day weekend something to talk about: Lake County’s bold, courageous, community-powered resistance to authoritarianism. Indivisible volunteers in yellow vests will be there to assure that his will be a peaceful, respectful protest event.
Those wishing to participate should meet at Middletown Square Park, 21249 Washington St (between Hwy 29 & Washington St) in Middletown at 2 PM on Monday, September 1. Stop by the Indivisible Lake County table for refreshments and discussion. Bring a pro-labor or anti-Trump sign if you are so inclined.
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LAKE COUNTY
Air quality smoke advisory this week
Current air monitor readings throughout Lake County range from “Good” to “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups”. The Pickett fire in Napa County East of Calistoga currently causing the regional smoke impacts throughout Lake County.
All areas of Lake County may experienced “Moderate” to “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” air quality through the weekend. Areas at higher elevations may experience more severe smoke impacts. Expect fluctuating periods of poorer air quality as the occasional wind gust push smoke into our area. This smoke forecast is based on the latest weather, monitoring, fire activity information and will be updated as necessary.
The District is actively monitoring the smoke impacts throughout the County. Additionally, you may go to www.lcaqmd.net and follow the Quick Links for Air Monitoring for current smoke and air quality conditions.
People who are at greatest risk of experiencing symptoms due to smoke include: those with respiratory disease (such as asthma), those with heart disease, young children, and older adults.
These sensitive populations should stay indoors and avoid prolonged activity. All others should limit prolonged or heavy activity and time spent outdoors. Even healthy adults can be affected by smoke. Seek medical help if you have symptoms that worsen or become severe.
Follow these general precautions to protect your health during a smoke event: Minimize or stop outdoor activities, especially exercise. Stay indoors with windows and doors closed as much as possible. Do not run fans that bring smoky outdoor air inside. Run your air-conditioner only if it does not bring smoke in from the outdoors. Change the standard air conditioner filter to a medium or high efficiency filter. If available, use the “re-circulate” or “recycle” setting on the unit, and do not smoke, fry food, or do other things that will create indoor air pollution.
If you have lung disease (including asthma) or heart disease, closely monitor your health and contact your doctor if you have symptoms that worsen. Consider leaving the area until smoke conditions improve if you have repeated coughing, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, wheezing, chest tightness or pain, palpitations, nausea, unusual fatigue, lightheadedness.
Localized areas of unhealthy air quality are possible throughout this fire season. Take appropriate measures whenever smoke is present.
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