Upstate SC Pollen Forecast: High Levels This Weekend

Upstate South Carolina faces high pollen counts this weekend of March 14-15, driven by warm, windy conditions that boost production from elm, juniper and pine trees. Pine pollen creates the yellow dust coating cars and outdoor surfaces, while dry soils without rain keep allergens suspended longer in the air. Peak times hit from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., so allergy sufferers should limit outdoor time, wear masks, sunglasses and hats, shower after being outside and run AC with clean filters. Read more about this...