Breathe Easy

The Brownsville-Harlingen region was recently identified as having some of the highest particle pollution levels in the nation, presenting significant public health concerns. This presentation highlights the City of Brownsville’s ongoing work to establish a community-based air quality monitoring network designed to better understand local exposure patterns and inform public health action. Attendees will learn about partnership development, sensor placement strategies, community outreach efforts, and the use of interactive tools that increase public access to environmental information. The session will also explore future opportunities for regional, binational, state, and federal collaboration aimed at protecting community health and strengthening environmental resilience.