Air Quality Action Day
Forecast: Friday, May 25th: Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (Orange), OZONE
An Air Quality alert has been issued for the greater Nashville area.
WHO IS AFFECTED?
People with lung disease (including asthma), active adults and children are most affected by ground level ozone. Individuals in the above groups should consider cutting back or rescheduling strenuous outdoor activities until air quality improves. If you are sensitive to air pollution, check with your doctor for more specific steps you should take on Air Alert days.
STEPS YOU CAN TAKE TO REDUCE AIR POLLUTION
LOSE THE CAR KEYS – Share a ride to work or use public transportation.
PACK YOUR LUNCH- Avoid that extra trip out in the middle of the day to get lunch & eat in the office with co-workers.
DRIVE SMART – Combine errands, skip the drive thru, limit engine idling, and avoid rush hour.
DON’T GET FIRED UP IN THE YARD – Avoid using gas-powered yard equipment, and save the grilling out for another day.
STEPS YOU CAN TAKE TO PROTECT YOUR HEALTH
This Air Quality Alert can include predicted high levels of ozone.
The highest ozone levels usually occur from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Middle Tennessee, so reschedule or cut back on outdoor activities, particularly during these times. Active children, active adults, and people with respiratory diseases are the most vulnerable.
For more information, go to www.tmagroup.org.
