The southwest region will be strongly affected by the arrival of pollens. But eleven departments are on red alert.
To your handkerchiefs. Grasses are sweeping across the city, to the chagrin of allergy sufferers. If no region seems to be forgotten by the pollens, the South-West of France will be particularly affected, warns the latest bulletin from the National Aerobiological Surveillance Network (RNSA) valid until May 28.
According to the models of the association, the concentration of grasses was more or less homogeneous on the territory this Sunday. The west coast of the country is expected to peak on Monday, May 22. “Those allergic to grass pollen must follow their treatment or consult their doctor”, recommends the association.
The return of the sun is dreaded
But these pollens won’t be the only ones responsible for the runny nose and itchy eyes. “Oak pollens, still present all over France, hang mainly around the Mediterranean. This region is also under attack from olive and parietary pollen, ”describes the association. Plantain pollens will also be there.
Further north, the rainy days prevented the release of pollens and their dispersion. Heavy with water, the pollens are pressed to the ground. A welcome moment of respite for allergy sufferers. But the return of good weather will benefit the growth of herbs. And when conditions are favorable again, the pollens will disperse into the air. The allergic threat will therefore increase in the coming days.
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