Air quality in Lafayette

Wednesday and Thursday, as Tropical Storm Isaias deepens over the western Gulf, light to moderate east-northeasterly winds will aid pollutant dispersion across southern Louisiana. However, lighter winds will limit dispersion and gradually carry thin smoke into the northern half of the state, increasing particle concentrations and enhancing ozone production. As a result, AQI levels will be low-Moderate in Shreveport and Monroe on both days, with Good to high-Good AQI levels elsewhere. Friday, as Tropical Storm Isaias continues to deepen and moves over the central Gulf, northeasterly winds will