Rain Brings Trouble As Mold Spores Double

“Outdoor mold spores more than doubled compared to yesterday, “ reported Dr. Dvorin. “It’s the weather—the storms and the rain—and temperatures heating up.” In the past 30 days, the National Weather Service (NOAA) recorded more rain for Philadelphia/Mount Holly, NJ than for Seattle, WA!

Frosty Night for Locals: Understanding Spring Cold Snap

“It’s interesting how clear the air gets when there’s frost,” remarks Dr. Dvorin, Delaware Valley’s only official pollen and mold spore counter as he finished counting today’s air sample. “Our patients who have been struggling with allergies and nasal congestion say there is some relief with this cold snap,” Dr. Dvorin reports. “With trees and freezing temperatures, the buds that had started to open will tighten up to protect the process,” he explains. “And if temperatures warm up - trees usually need about 48 hours or so—the buds will begin to reopen.”