ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — It’s going to be another rough day for air quality.
New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an air quality alert through midnight for the Southern Tier. A similar advisory was issued on Monday. Particles from Canadian wildfires are still drifting to the region, which may pose breathing problems to some people. An air quality index between 150 and 200 is considered bad for everyone, and Ithaca’s AQI is 135 as of 5:45 a.m.
According to the National Weather Service, “When pollution levels are elevated…the New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young and those with pre existing respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician.”
You can check the AQI for your town here.