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Coachella Valley Air Quality

Policy & Action for Cleaner Air

Coachella Valley’s ‘dust summit’ was a bust. Let’s do this instead

The "Coachella Valley Dust Summit" swept into the desert like a haboob in early November, leaving those in attendance with toxic particles in our bloodstream...

Published: Dec 2, 2025

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South Coast AQMD Expands Dust-Monitoring Capabilities in the Coachella Valley

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) is expanding its dust-monitoring capabilities and working closely with regional partners...

Published: Dec 2, 2025

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$3.1 Million Air Quality Initiative Targets Coachella Valley Dust Problems

Air quality officials are stepping up efforts to tackle the Coachella Valley’s persistent dust problems...

Published: Nov 7, 2025

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‘Dust summit’ held on Coachella Valley air quality, but solutions are hazy

Local air quality regulators are launching a new $3.1 million effort to research and address the Coachella Valley's longstanding problems with dust...

Published: Nov 7, 2025

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EPA Approves Extreme Area Plan for Ozone Reduction

The Environmental Protection Agency backs California’s plan to cut Coachella Valley ozone pollution to meet federal health standards.

Published: June 12, 2024

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Coachella Valley Ozone and PM10 Data Story

An interactive map that visually tracks air pollution trends in the Coachella Valley, highlighting health risks and areas of concern.

Published: 2024

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Health Impacts of Air Pollution

Coachella Valley Faces Dangerous Dust Levels

High-wind events are pushing PM10 levels far beyond safe health standards in areas like Mecca, endangering residents and workers.

Published: August 2024

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Understanding the Health Risks of PM10

The California Air Resources Board outlines how particulate matter (PM10) severely impacts respiratory and cardiovascular health.

Published: 2024 (accessed)

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Environmental Health Challenges in the East Valley

A community health report identifies pollution as a major factor impacting underserved communities across the Eastern Coachella Valley.

Published: July 22, 2024

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Polluting Dust Threatens Coachella Valley Residents

Growing dust pollution in the region is making it harder for residents to breathe and putting the local economy at risk.

Published: August 4, 2024

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Environmental Health Report: Coachella Valley Air Quality

A comprehensive report from Desert Healthcare District showing how air pollution impacts vulnerable populations, especially regarding asthma, heart disease, and community wellbeing.

Published: March 11, 2021

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Emerging Pollution Threats

Coachella Valley Emitting Concerningly High Levels of NOx

New research finds the Coachella Valley emits higher-than-expected nitrogen oxides (NOx), which contribute significantly to ozone and particulate matter pollution.

Published: April 18, 2025

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Salton Sea Research and Dust Risk

The Drying Salton Sea’s Toxic Impact

As the Salton Sea shrinks, exposed lakebeds are releasing hazardous dust into surrounding communities, worsening air pollution.

Published: May 29, 2024

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Innovative Mapping of Dust Risks at the Salton Sea

Scientists use balloon mapping to predict where future dust pollution from the Salton Sea could worsen, offering new solutions for monitoring.

Published: October 24, 2024

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Urgent Call for Expanded Air Monitoring

New research finds harmful hydrogen sulfide levels around the Salton Sea, highlighting the need for stronger monitoring and protections.

Published: January 29, 2025

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