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Rural Retreat Particulate Matter (PM₁₀) Level

Wytheville, Virginia, United States

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Particulate Matter (PM₁₀)

13µg/m³



Good

Last Updated: 2026-07-13 18:41:01 (Local Time)

Good PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat
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Rural Retreat

Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
250
Unhealthy
350
Severe
430
Hazardous
510+

What is the Current PM₁₀ Level?

Rural Retreat

The current PM₁₀ level at Rural Retreat is 13 µg/m³ making it healthy and safe for everyone in the area.


3.4xBelow

The current PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat is 3.4x Below the recommended WHO guideline of 45 µg/m³.

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Historic Air Quality Graph of Particulate Matter (PM₁₀)

Rural Retreat

Rural Retreat
PM₁₀ (µg/m³)
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12-07-2026Time13-07-2026
2
Min. PM₁₀2:01pm
38
Max. PM₁₀9:31am

PM10 particles are with a diameter of 10 micrometers (µm) or smaller and human hair has a diameter of 50 to 70 (µm). It makes PM10 1/5 to 1/7 of the human hair size.

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Uncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM₁₀): Where Does It Come From?

Wind-blown dust

Wind-blown dust

Dust lifted and spread by the wind from bare soil.
Construction sites

Construction sites

Dust and pollutants from building activities.
Industries

Industries

Releases various pollutants from different processes.
Waste burning

Waste burning

Smoke and toxins from burning waste materials.
Landfills

Landfills

Emissions from decomposing waste in big landfills.
Vehicles exhausts

Vehicles exhausts

Emissions of harmful gases and particles from cars.

Short-Term PM₁₀ Exposure Impacts

Allergies

Allergies

Airborne allergens causing sneezing and itching.
Cough and runny nose

Cough and runny nose

Respiratory irritation cause to coughing
Eyes irritations

Eyes irritations

Redness and discomfort in the eyes.
Chest tightness

Chest tightness

Constriction feeling in the chest.
Breathing difficulty

Breathing difficulty

Trouble in breathing or discomfort in the chest.

Air Quality FAQs

at Rural Retreat

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

1. What is the current PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat?

The current real-time PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat is 13µg/m³ (Good). This was last updated 2026-07-13 18:41:01 (Local Time).

2. When was the best PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat in the last 24 hours?

The best PM₁₀ level was 2 µg/m³ (Good) at 2:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

3. When was the worst PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat in the last 24 hours?

The worst PM₁₀ level was 38 µg/m³ (Good) at 9:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

4. What is the current trend of PM₁₀ levels in Rural Retreat during last 24 hours?

The PM₁₀ levels in Rural Retreat have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 38 µg/m³ at 9:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 2 µg/m³ at 2:01 PM (Local Time).

5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₁₀ level in Rural Retreat?

The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.