Air quality warning issued for Dayton counties on Friday

DAYTON, Ohio – As high temperatures continue to be felt throughout Ohio, the Miami Regional Planning Commission and the Regional Air Pollution Control Agency have issued an air quality alert for several counties in southwest Ohio.

The air quality warning applies to Clark, Darke, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Preble counties.

The air quality index forecast for Friday is 101. All areas with a value of 101 or higher are considered “unhealthy for sensitive groups.”

Older adults, children, and people with respiratory or heart disease should avoid prolonged or strenuous physical exertion. Asthmatics should follow their Asthma Action Plan and have fast-acting medications on hand. Please consult your doctor for recommendations specific to your activities and health condition. The general public is likely unaffected and most people are OK to be active outside, but taking more breaks and engaging in less strenuous activities is recommended.