The weather and local air quality play a significant role in the seasonal allergies which affect millions of individuals worldwide.
Seasonal allergies or hay fever is caused by airborne substances which are inhaled such as pollen and mold which are more prevalent in the air during certain times of the year with certain weather conditions.
Keeping up to date with your local forecast and pollen count can greatly help you in reducing allergy attacks or symptoms.
Check your Local Forecast for Windy Conditions In the spring, summer, and fall when pollen counts are high from the various plants and trees pollinating to reproduce, windy conditions cause these allergens to become airborne increasing the amount of pollen in the air.
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, being aware of these windy conditions can aid you in reducing your exposure to these allergens by staying indoors with the windows and doors kept closed.
Utilizing your air conditioning or an air purifier can also help with filtering these pollens from inside your home.
If you have to go out when it is windy, try keeping your mouth and nose covered as much as possible when outside as well as leaving the windows in your automobile rolled up when driving.
Keeping Track of the Pollen Count The pollen count is measured by the amount of specific grains of pollen in the air for your local area.
A variety of plants and trees pollinate at different times of the year and which types are pollinating depend on your geographical location.
Your local weather keeps track of the pollen count for the most common kinds of plants and trees which produce the pollen in your area.
The higher the pollen count the more likely your chances are of having a seasonal allergy attack or hay fever.
By monitoring these levels you can take extra precautions to limit your exposure to these allergens.