Air Quality

Joint Base Lewis-McChord

Last Updated: January 26, 2021

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Current Air Quality Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord

As reported for the Tacoma-Puyallup Region

PM2.5

05/20/2022-13:00 PST

Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

Air Quality Forecast

issued 05/16/2022

For May 16-23 (Mon-Mon): We'll have GOOD air quality this week and weekend, with mild temperatures, winds, and some rain.

05/20/2022

Fine Particles (PM_2.5)

25 - Good

05/21/2022

Fine Particles (PM_2.5)

25 - Good

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Air Quality Permits

Air quality permits are now required for most military activities that emit an air pollutant.

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Compliance Audits

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Consulting

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