Air Quality Warning for Bucks County on Tuesday

An air quality warning was issued for Bucks County at 3:45 p.m. Sunday and is 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 appears on the radar, it is crucial to decipher its meaning. These warnings, issued by the weather service, contain clear but important advice to keep you safe:

If possible, seek shelter indoors:

Stay at home if possible, especially if you have respiratory problems or health problems or are elderly or a child.

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.

Mitigate sources of pollution:

Be aware of activities that worsen air pollution, such as driving a car, operating a gasoline-powered lawn mower, or using other motorized vehicles. Limit their use during air quality alerts.

No open fire:

Do not light fires using debris or other materials during an air quality alert. Such practices only contribute to increased air pollution.

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.

Focus on respiratory health:

If you have respiratory problems or pre-existing medical conditions, be especially careful. These conditions can increase your vulnerability to negative effects from poor air quality.

Following the weather service’s recommendations will increase your safety during air quality alerts and minimize your exposure to potentially harmful pollutants. Stay alert, protect yourself, and make your health your top priority.

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