Particle pollution lingered in Utah County early Wednesday after Independence Day celebrations late Tuesday — more than any other county in the state.
However, Salt Lake City is still looking at alternative options for fireworks shows to decrease air pollution and wildfire risk — the city put on a laser show last year, andThough a data analysis of the drone show’s impact has yet to be completed,
Bird still considers it a better option in terms of limiting smoke pollution during Independence Day or Pioneer Day celebrations. The sensor closest to where the city holds its typical celebration, near Hawthorne Elementary School, did see lower PM 2.5 levels this year, according to the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. The highest peak was 17.2 at 11 p.m., significantly lower from. In 2016, the same area saw pollution levels of 204, crossing into “very unhealthy” air quality, according to the Air Quality Index.
“Certainly, anytime you reduce the smoke associated with fireworks, that should improve air quality,” Bird said. “The city should be commended for looking at other options to celebrate the Fourth.”
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