September 17, 2025AirOpen Access

Examining Perceived Air Quality and Perceived Air Pollution Contributors in Merced and Stanislaus County

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Only 3.5% of participants perceived air quality as good, indicating widespread concern about pollution.
Cars and trucks were identified as the main contributors to air pollution by the majority of residents surveyed.
Multivariate regression revealed education levels influenced perceptions of air quality among respondents.
Health risks perceptions were notably higher in individuals living near major roadways, suggesting vulnerability.

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Survey findings show poor perceptions of air quality and health risks from pollution in San Joaquin Valley.

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