The Orange County and Santa Ana Mountains area is included in an air quality alert reported by the National Weather Service on Monday at 3:58 p.m. The alert is in effect until Thursday July 10, at 8 p.m.
The NWS San Diego CA adds to prepare for, “The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of ozone pollution.”
“Ozone air pollution can cause serious health problems, including trouble breathing, asthma attacks, and lung damage. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk,” according to the NWS.
The full list of affected locations includes:
- Santa Ana Mountains/Foothills
- Orange County
- San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys
- San Bernardino County Mountains
- Riverside County Mountains
- Coachella Valley
- San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning
Air quality alerts: Recommendations from the NWS
When an air quality alert pops up on the radar, deciphering its implications is crucial. These alerts, issued by the NWS, come with straightforward yet essential guidance to ensure your safety:
Retreat indoors whenever feasible:
If possible, remain indoors, especially if you have respiratory issues, other health concerns, or fall within the senior or child demographics.
Trim outdoor activities to essentials:
When venturing outside becomes unavoidable, limit your outdoor exposure strictly to essential tasks. Reducing your time outdoors is the name of the game.
Tackle pollution sources:
Be conscious of activities that contribute to pollution, such as driving cars, using gas-powered lawnmowers, or relying on motorized vehicles. Curtail their use during air quality alerts.
A ban on open burning:
Refrain from kindling fires with debris or any other materials during an air quality alert. Such practices only contribute to heightened air pollution.
Stay informed:
Stay updated by tuning in to NOAA Weather Radio or your preferred weather news outlet. Staying informed helps you make wise choices regarding outdoor activities during air quality alerts.
Respiratory health caution:
If you have respiratory issues or health problems, exercise extra caution. These conditions can make you more vulnerable to the adverse effects of poor air quality.
By adhering to the advice from the NWS, you can enhance your safety during air quality alerts while reducing your exposure to potentially harmful pollutants. Stay aware, stay protected, and make your health a top priority.
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