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Resident urges study of air quality near Twin Falls Middle School ahead of National Guard relocation
Summary
A resident urged the board to study diesel truck volumes and ultrafine particulate exposure near Twin Falls Middle School if a National Guard relocation is considered; board members asked the commenter to submit the supporting data for review.
During public comment Jan. 22 a resident raised concerns about air quality around Twin Falls Middle School should the National Guard relocate to nearby sites, saying truck traffic and idling near Exit 34 warrant study.
"This is the first of three sets of comments where I will suggest that the possible relocation of the National Guard to two potential areas near Twin Falls Middle School warrants a thorough study of the ongoing air quality at Twin Falls given its current location so close to truck town and exit 34," the commenter said, adding they would provide data on diesel truck volumes and suggested applying California standards for a 1,600‑foot study radius.
The commenter described ultrafine diesel particulates as containing "more than 40 carcinogenic compounds" and argued that commonly used PM2.5 monitors are not designed to measure the smallest ultrafine particles. Board members asked the commenter to provide the documentation and truck‑volume data; the commenter agreed to send the materials and said they would include statistical correlations and confidence measures in follow‑up comments.
Board members did not take action at the meeting but requested the submission of the materials so staff and the board can review them. The comment will be added to future public‑comment opportunities for further discussion if the data identifies actionable concerns.
