#particulate matter

Health Dept. reports that preliminary Maui air monitoring shows good air quality

The data available have not yet been validated. As contaminants are present in dust and ash, proper precautions should be taken when in the impacted area to avoid exposure.

Kīlauea Eruption Creates Fluctuating Air Quality Levels for Vog and SO₂

Changing wind conditions have created intermittent air quality problems in areas west of the summit such as Pāhala, Nāʻālehu, and Ocean View as well as Hilo and East Hawai‘i.