Smoke from fire raging in Canada again covered the area of three states and triggered warning about air quality, which was extended at the weekend. The New York Environmental Protection Ministry (DEC) and the Ministry of Health (DOH) issued advice on air quality health, according to several reports warning about increased levels of pollution that pose a risk to the vulnerable population.
New York City Emergency Management warned that air quality remains at the orange level on the air quality index (AQI), indicating values between 101 and 150 – level considered unhealthy for sensitive groups. These include older adults over 65 years, children under 14 years of age, pregnant individuals, outdoor workers and people with existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions such as asthma or heart disease.
NYC Emergency Management told residents to take preventive measures, reduce outdoor activity, closed windows, used air purifiers if they are available, and consider carrying high quality masks if they have to go out and in a sensitive group.
Smoke origin and impact
It is carried to the south of the northern winds from Canada, which helped to alleviate recent heat, but announced the smoke of fire from active forest fires. While the smoke was fat soon on Sunday, predictions expect that the worst of it will move towards New England later during the day. Individuals face low risk smoke, but officials still insist on caution.
Health Symptoms and Warning
The Department of Health Services in the Suffolk district warned that fine particles in smoke could penetrate deep into the lungs, causing irritation of the eyes, nose, neck and airways. Symptoms may include cough, sneezing, cold and shortness of breath. The extended exposure may worsen chronic conditions.
Heat Advisory
The merger of the problem is the return of dangerous heat. On Monday 11:00, thermal counseling will come into force and insists on Tuesday, with the expected index heat values reaches 105 ° F. Health officials urge the inhabitants to remain hydrated, avoid strenuous activities during top heat hours and check vulnerable neighbors.
Stay informed and take measures
The authorities urge the population to monitor the local level of air quality at airnow.gov, adhere to public health counseling and pay special care if they belong to any high -risk group.
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