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Air Stagnation Advisory


   Weather TermDescription / Definition
   Air Stagnation Advisory This National Weather Service product is issued when major buildups of air pollution, smoke, dust, or industrial gases are expected near the ground for a period of time. This usually results from a stagnant high pressure system with weak winds being unable to bring in fresh air.


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