The National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for Berkshire County on Saturday at 11:18 a.m. that would last until Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
“The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Alert for Fine Particulates. until 11 p.m. this evening,” according to the National Weather Service.
Guidance for air quality alerts: Insights from the weather service
It’s critical to heed the weather service’s advice when an air quality signal is in force. The weather service offers the following easy advice to protect your health:
Make staying indoors a priority:
If at all possible, seek shelter indoors, particularly if you have respiratory issues, underlying medical conditions, or are a youngster or senior.
Reduce outdoor activities:
If you can’t avoid going outside, limit your time there to necessary activities. Exposure must be minimized.
Reduce acts that contribute to pollution:
Be mindful of actions that lead to pollution, such as relying on motorized vehicles, driving cars, or using gas-powered lawnmowers. Limit their use when there is an air quality alert.
An objection to open burning
During air quality alerts, avoid starting fires with debris or any other items. Such actions just make the issue of bad air quality worse.
Keep yourself updated:
Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite weather news station to stay informed. By keeping yourself updated, you can make wise choices regarding outdoor activities when there is an air quality alert.
Make respiratory health a priority:
Take extra care if you suffer from respiratory conditions or other underlying medical conditions. These circumstances may make you more vulnerable to the negative consequences of poor air quality.
You can lessen your exposure to potentially dangerous pollutants and improve your safety during air quality alerts by following the weather service’s suggestions. Remember to be alert, remain safe, and put your health first.
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