Pollen and mold spores irritating southeast Texas
Pollen is in the air
Have you been reaching for the Kleenex box more often this week? Well, you aren’t the only one; Ambrosia pollen also known as ragweed is running high!
Ragweed season starts in August, but southeast Texas typically peaks in September and October. Ragweed pollen will continue to show on pollen reports until the first freeze of the season. The colder air will shut down ragweed growth.
The allergy report also shows moderate levels of tree pollen and mold, while grass pollen is low.
Tree Pollen coming from Elm trees.
Weed Pollen is from Ragweed.
If you are trying to get relief from a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, and sneezing, here are a few ways to manage symptoms as the season progresses.
Daily dos and don’ts during allergy ragweed season.
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