Current Pollen and Mold Counts
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Updated: May 16, 2013:
Grass 4, low. Pine 23, moderate. Weed, nettle 2, low. Mold low.
May 14, 2013: Grass 2, low. Tree pollen is high for pine which is a heavy, large , non -allergenic pollen. Outdoor allergy symptoms now are probably due to localized areas in the county with higher grass pollen concentrations. Anticipate more widespread higher grass pollen counts in the next few weeks.
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These National Allergy Bureau Counting stations may indicate future pollen and mold counts in our area. Seattle Eugene
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Recent Past Counts
Previous 2013 Counts
May 11, 2013: Grass and tree pollens are low. Grass 1, Hemlock* 3, Pine* 9, Maple 2, Willow 1, Birch 1, Cedar 1, Walnut< 1, Weed-Nettle <1. Mold 1285 low, but increased.
May 9, 2013: Pollen and mold spores are low. Grass 2. Weed- Nettle <1. There may be areas with high pine and fir pollen that are heavy and form the yellow dust on outdoor surfaces. They may cause some irritation but are not considered important in allergic reactions. Also, around areas with tall grass, pollens may be moderate to high.
May 8, 2013: Pollen and mold counts are low. Grass 2, Birch 5, Cedar/Juniper 3, Hemlock*4, Pine* 3, Maple 1, Willow <1, Weed - Nettle 1. Mold 788.
May 7, 2013: All pollen counts are still low, including trees; birch 8, Cedar, Hemlock, Maple, Willow, Alder, Chestnut; Grass, Weed. There may be areas in the county with moderate grass pollen concentrations.
* These pollens are very large and form yellow dusts on outdoor surfaces. They are not considered allergenic as are the other pollens detected including alder, birch, maple etc.
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