Current Alerts/Advisories
By Sam Kantrow on June 29, 2012, 2:34pm
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"Ground level ozone...may approach or exceed unhealthy standards"
We finally begin seeing advisories/alerts popping up for the heat coming in our area. We have an air quality alert in effect from 10am-10pm for all of the southern counties of Connecticut. Here's the info from the National Weather Service:
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is forecasting unhealthy for sensitive groups due to elevated levels of ground- level ozone pollution. A forecast of unhealthy for sensitive groups indicates increased likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children...adults with respiratory disease...such as asthma and especially the elderly.
For additional information...please visit the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection web site at http://www.ct.gov/deep/site and click on "air quality index"
An air quality action day means that ground level ozone and fine particulates within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For additional information please visit the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection web site at http://www.ct.gov/dep/site/
The National Weather Service in Upton, NY released the statement regarding ground level ozone.
For more information on the air quality alert, CLICK HERE.
Additionally, we now have a heat advisory in effect for Southern Fairfield County until 7pm tonight. This is issued when heat index values approach/exceed 100 degrees. Here's the info according to the National Weather Service on precautionary/preparedness actions:
"A heat advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 100 to 104 degrees for two consecutive hours. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible...reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
To reduce risk during outdoor work the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency...call 911."
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