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Thu 23 Apr 2026 • 18:54

High Pollen Counts Warn Households to Avoid Outdoor Laundry This Weekend

High Pollen Counts Warn Households to Avoid Outdoor Laundry This Weekend

# Warning to Households with Washing Lines on Friday and Saturday

Households that utilize washing lines should be cautious this Friday and Saturday due to expected high pollen counts. Weather specialists have issued a directive that pollen can adhere to laundry left outside, diminishing its cleanliness and possibly causing allergy issues.

The warning emphasizes that pollen is particularly sticky and will likely collect on wet clothes. This could lead to unnecessary irritation for allergy sufferers, as well as requiring additional laundering to remove the pollen residues. The Met Office forecasts considerable pollen levels over the weekend, underscoring the importance of heeding this notice.

To protect their laundry, families should consider bringing washing indoors or delaying outdoor drying until conditions improve. Engaging in this precautionary measure will help ensure a cleaner and more allergen-free laundry experience.