Grass Pollen To Blast Farmingville, Holtsville This Weekend

SACHEM, NY — Summer misery has officially arrived for the residents of Farmingville and Holtsville as blossoming plants mean puffy eyes, scratchy throats and non-stop sneezes.

And the next five days are about to see elevated rates of pollen.

According to the allergy forecast from weather.com, grass pollen rates are ranked "very high" for three of the next five days — and it's not dipping below "high" at any point during the span.

Most allergen forecasts break down the causes into three categories: tree pollen, grass pollen and ragweed pollen.

For now, the main culprit is grass pollen, which will be running rampant in the coming days. Meanwhile tree pollen and ragweed pollen are clocking in at either low or non-existent rates from Thursday to Monday.

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. It's a list that people with allergies know all too well.

Here's how AccuWeather suggests you can relieve symptoms:

• Stay inside in the morning

"Pollen counts are highest in the early morning, between 5 and 10 a.m.," Robert Sporter, a doctor at ENT & Allergy Associates in New York City, told AccuWeather.

• Keep indoor air clean

Keep windows closed, filter the air by using air conditioning.

• Avoid certain foods

Some people with severe pollen allergies may have trouble eating raw and fresh fruit.

• Carry an allergy relief kit

Including over-the-counter products such as antihistamines and eye drops.