Air Quality Alert issued for NYC
NEW YORK (PIX11) — An air quality health advisory was issued for the New York City metro area, Long Island, and the Lower Hudson Valley, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
The advisory will be in effect from midnight Wednesday until midnight Thursday.
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Officials warn of fine particulate matter in the air.
Levels of fine particulate matter are expected to rise due to wildfire smoke from New Jersey, making the air unhealthy for elderly and very young people, as well as those with heart or lung disease.
To reduce exposure, people should consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity and staying indoors. Anyone who experiences symptoms including shortness of breath, chest pain, or coughing should consider consulting their personal physician.
New Yorkers can sign up for up-to-date Air Quality Alerts from the DEC or contact the toll-free Air Quality Hotline (1-800-535-1345) for the latest information.
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For more information and to stay updated on the situation, New York residents can follow the Office of Emergency Management, and New Jersey residents can check the Department of Environmental Protection.
Ben Mitchell is a digital content producer from Vermont who has covered both local and international news since 2021. He joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of his work here.
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