Air Quality Warning for Southeast Pennsylvania. Tuesday

An air quality warning was issued at 3:45 p.m. Sunday for Western Chester, Eastern Chester, Western Montgomery, Eastern Montgomery, Upper Bucks and Lower Bucks, as well as Delaware and Philadelphia counties, valid until midnight Tuesday.

“The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission issued an Orange Air Quality Warning for the Greater Philadelphia area on Monday,” the National Weather Service explains.

Notes on air quality warnings: Findings from the weather service

When an air quality warning is in place, it is important to follow the weather service’s instructions. Here are some simple tips from the weather service to protect your well-being:

Prioritize staying indoors:

If possible, stay indoors, especially if you suffer from respiratory problems or other health problems or if you belong to the group of elderly or children.

Trim outdoor activities:

If you can’t avoid going outside, limit your outdoor activities to what is essential. The key is to reduce the time you spend outside.

Combating sources of pollution:

Be aware of activities that increase pollution, such as driving, operating gasoline-powered lawn mowers, or using motorized vehicles. Limit their use during air quality alerts.

A no to open fire:

Avoid starting fires with debris or other materials during air quality alerts. Such practices only contribute to the problem of poor air quality.

Stay informed:

Stay up to date on developments by tuning in to NOAA Weather Radio or your preferred weather news source. Being well-informed will help you make informed decisions about outdoor activities when air quality alerts are in place.

Caution regarding respiratory health:

If you suffer from respiratory problems or other health conditions, be especially careful. These conditions can make you more vulnerable to the negative effects of compromised air quality.

By following the weather service’s recommendations, you can increase your safety during air quality alerts and reduce your exposure to potentially harmful pollutants. Stay alert, stay protected, and put your health above all else.

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