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Unhealthy Air Blankets the Region

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5 years ago

August 20, 2020

MODESTO – Unhealthy air warnings were issued for the region Thursday as smoke from area wildfires blanketed the valley.

As of 2:00pm, the air quality was considered very unhealthy with fine particulate matter polluting the area. The particulate matter (pm2.5) refers to tiny particles or droplets in the air that measure two and a half microns or less in width. The particles are so small that they measure about thirty times smaller than a human hair.

The particulate matter is able to travel deeply into a respiratory tract, potentially reaching the lungs. Exposure could cause short term health effects like irritation of the eyes, nose, throat and lungs. Coughing, sneezing, running nose and shortness of breath are all symptoms of exposure. Exposure can also worsen issues like asthma and heart disease.

Officials recommend avoiding outdoor activity, especially those with heart and lung disease, older adults, children and teens. Physical activities like exercise should be considered to move indoors or rescheduling for another time.

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Road Closures, Flood Warnings Issued Near Newman

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3 months ago

February 14, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

STANISLAUS COUNTY – A flood warning was issued by the Office of Emergency Services Thursday, warning residents near the town of Newman of several road closures.

Significant flooding of the Orestimba Creek has prompted several road closures. They are the following:

Bell Road from Anderson to West Stuhr, Eastin Road from Anderson to West Stuhr, and Jorgensen Road from Anderson to West Stuhr.

Although there was no rain Friday, the roadways were very much under several feet of water. Emergency officials warn to mind the road closures and not attempt to drive through any flooded roads. Several barricades and flood warnings were in place to warn drivers.

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Weather Forecast For March 1st, 2022

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3 years ago

March 1, 2022

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – The National Weather Service said Tuesday will have a high of about 76 and will be mostly sunny. Winds are estimated to be 5 miles per hour from the east.

Tuesday night will be mostly cloudy with a low around 47. Winds will be from the northwest between 3 and 5 miles per hour.

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Earthquake Felt in Valley and the Region

Published

4 years ago

July 8, 2021

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – An earthquake was felt Thursday afternoon in many valley cities and across the region.

According to the USGS, the earthquake happened at about 3:50pm and initially was estimated to be a 4.8 in magnitude. The epicenter was about 7 miles from the community of Farmington, east of Stockton.

UPDATE – USGS reclassified the epicenter to be closer to the Smith Valley area.

Officials with the National Weather Service reported feeling the quake in their building and reported slight shaking and movement.

People from as far as Merced, Sacramento, and the Bay Area reported feeling the tremor.

So far no damage or injuries were reported.