New York City officials have issued an air quality alert affecting over 10 million residents due to elevated ground-level ozone levels caused by pollution and high temperatures exceeding 80°F. This ozone can lead to respiratory problems, particularly affecting vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly. An advisory is in place from 11 am to 11 pm ET, advising limited outdoor activity. Similar air quality issues are reported in the Midwest due to wildfire smoke crossing from Canada, with Air Quality Index levels reaching unhealthy levels for sensitive individuals. The New York DEC clarifies that ground-level ozone is distinct from beneficial high-altitude ozone.
The alert advises residents to stay indoors due to high levels of ground-level ozone, a harmful pollutant that exacerbates respiratory issues, especially in sensitive groups.
The announcement of an Air Quality Health Advisory highlights the dangers of ground-level ozone, especially as temperatures rise above 80°F, increasing pollution levels.
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