Allergy Forecast For Riverview: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

BLOOMINGDALE-RIVERVIEW — Few people are immune to Florida's allergens. Here we are in May, which means the Bloomingdale-Riverview area is in the midst of grass pollen season, weed season (ragweed and dog fennel) and secondary weed pollen season (sorrel and dock).

Thankfully there are tools out there to help us plan ahead for the highs and lows of pollen season such as The Weather Channel's allergy forecast.

According to the allergy forecast, for tonight through Saturday in Bloomingdale-Riverview, there will be a moderate level of grass pollen. It says that tree and ragweed pollen will not be our worst offenders.

For the next day 15 days, our allergy forecast in Bloomingdale-Riverview is:

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, the most common symptoms of allergies are sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, watery eyes, itchy throat and eyes, and wheezing.

Tips to manage pollen allergies:

• Shower after being outdoors. To remove pollen you pick up outside, take a shower and change your clothes.
• Minimize indoor pollen. Keep your windows shut and use your AC or a HEPA purifier to filter allergens.
• Check the weather. Learn when conditions such as the wind increase pollen levels, so you can prepare.
• Know your allergy relief options. From medications to nasal sprays, talk to your doctor about your options