Daytona Blind Services Air Monitoring Station, Daytona Beach, Florida

Daytona Blind Services is an air monitoring station located at 1185-A Dunn Ave., Daytona Beach, Florida, within Volusia County. Operated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Central District, the station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network. It contributes to the assessment of criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which standardizes monitoring methods and data reporting. Typical air monitoring stations in Florida measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. As part of the Florida DEP network, this station supports public health protection by providing real-time and historical air quality data. The data aids in identifying pollution trends, supporting regulatory actions, and informing the community about local air quality conditions. Daytona Beach's coastal location may influence pollutant dispersion patterns, making continuous monitoring valuable for understanding local environmental dynamics.

Daytona Beach is a coastal city in Volusia County, Florida, with a mix of urban, tourism, and industrial activities. Air quality monitoring in this region is important due to potential emissions from transportation, power generation, and seasonal wildfire events. The station's location near residential and commercial areas helps assess population exposure to criteria pollutants. Florida's subtropical climate, with high temperatures and humidity, can influence ozone formation and particulate matter levels, making continuous monitoring essential for public health advisories.