Heat, Smoke, and Ozone Alert | Reno News

Heat waves are brewing, and they’re bringing more than just sweat—they’re triggering dangerous air quality spikes. With wildfires in Oregon and Northern California already pumping smoke our way, rising temperatures are turbocharging ozone levels. Officials warn the hottest days will coincide with worst air quality, especially as the Gan Fire near Stockton adds more smoke to Truckee Meadows. A southwest wind is funneling smoke over the Sierra Nevada into our region for days. Past wildfire seasons like 2021’s Caldor and Dixie fires showed how long hazardous conditions can last. Right now, air quality is moderate—but sensitive individuals should brace up. Check AirNow.gov for real-time updates before heading outdoors. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f0029d3aa52b3db8