EnviroFlash provides air quality information such as forecasts and action day notifications via email for the Birmingham area.  EnviroFlash gives you instant information that you can customize for your own needs, allowing you to protect the health of yourself and your family.  Air quality information allows you to adjust your lifestyle when necessary on unhealthy air quality days.  Up-to-date air quality information is especially helpful for those with sensitivities, such as the young, people with asthma, and the elderly.

Particulate matter forecasts are available year-round and ozone forecasts are available May-September.  Forecasts are made available from the Jefferson County Department of Health and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management.