Overview
Furley is an operational air monitoring station in Baltimore, Maryland, operated by the Maryland Department of the Environment. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network, tracking criteria pollutants to support public health and regulat
Furley is an air monitoring station located at Furley E.S. Recreational Center in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. As part of the Maryland Department of the Environment's monitoring network, it operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) framework, which sets standards for measuring criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's location in an urban residential area provides representative data for population exposure assessment. The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2021, indicating ongoing data collection. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical urban monitoring stations in Maryland track ozone, PM2.5, and meteorological variables. The station's siting follows EPA guidelines for spatial representativeness, ensuring data reflects local air quality conditions. The Maryland Department of the Environment manages the station as part of a statewide network that supports the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Furley's data contributes to regional air quality assessments and public health advisories in the Baltimore metropolitan area. The station supports the Clean Air Act's objectives by providing continuous monitoring data used for regulatory compliance and trend analysis. Its location near recreational facilities underscores its role in safeguarding community health, particularly for sensitive populations such as children and the elderly.
Environmental context
Baltimore's air quality is influenced by industrial emissions, vehicle traffic, and regional transport of pollutants. The Furley station monitors criteria pollutants like ozone and PM2.5, which are key indicators of urban air quality. Its siting in a residential area ensures data reflects population exposure, supporting the EPA's NAAQS compliance and public health interventions. The station's reporting continuity is vital for tracking long-term trends and evaluating the effectiveness of emission reduction policies.
Frequently asked questions
The Furley air monitoring station is located at Furley E.S. Recreational Center, 4633 Furley Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
Typical urban air monitoring stations in Maryland monitor criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide, as required by the US EPA.
The station is operated by the Maryland Department of the Environment, which manages the state's air quality monitoring network.
Air monitoring in the United States is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). Stations must follow National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants and adhere to siting and reporting guidelines.
The station provides real-time air quality data used for public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and trend analysis. Its data helps identify pollution hotspots and supports policies to reduce exposure, particularly for vulnerable populations in Baltimore.
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