| Louisiana DEQ has declared An Action Day for the New Orleans Region for Wednesday, Jun 16 | ||||
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| DEQ is forecasting an "Ozone Action Day" for Orleans, Jefferson, St. Charles, St. John, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines Parishes. The weather conditions will be favorable for ground level ozone formation. Orange Level: Unhealth for "Sensitive Groups" Sensitive Groups include: People who are active outdoors, the elderly and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma or covid, should avoid prolonged outdoor activities and exertion, especially during the afternoon hours. | ||||
| Today and Tomorrow's Forecast | ||||
| Tuesday, Jun 15: | 100 AQI | Moderate | Ozone | |
| Wed, Jun 16: | 101 AQI | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups | Ozone | |
Tuesday through Thursday, a ridge of high pressure aloft will reduce atmospheric mixing and produce mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures throughout Louisiana, increasing the formation of ground-level ozone. In addition, light winds on Tuesday will limit dispersion, allowing pollutants to accumulate. These conditions will cause Air Quality Index (AQI) levels to be Moderate on all three days, with "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups AQI levels" expected in the Baton Rouge and New Orleans Regions on Wednesday. |
DEQ is forecasting an "Ozone Action Day" for Orleans, Jefferson, St. Charles, St. John, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines Parishes. The weather conditions will be favorable for ground level ozone formation.
The Air Quality Index indicates that ozone will be at the orange level, which is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. Increasing ozone levels may cause unhealthy air quality during afternoon hours. Active children and adults, the elderly and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should avoid prolonged outdoor activities and exertion.
Area residents are encouraged to take one or more of the following voluntary actions to help reduce the formation of ozone:
• Drive less. Carpool, walk and bike, combine errands and care for your car. Be sure your gas cap is on tight.
• Refuel your vehicle, mow grass and use gas powered lawn equipment and off road vehicles after 6 p.m.
• Postpone chores that use oil based paint, varnishes and solvents that produce flame.
• If you barbecue, use an electric starter instead of starter fluid.
• Take your lunch to work or walk to lunch.
• Conserve energy in your home.
Incorporating these tips into your daily routines can make a significant difference. We all have a stake in better air quality.
SPREAD THE WORD by telling family, friends, co-workers and neighbors about OZONE ACTION DAYS.
More information about current air quality and what you can do to help prevent ozone formation is available online at the DEQ website www.deq.louisiana.gov.
Area residents are encouraged to take one or more of the following voluntary actions to help reduce the formation of ozone:
• Drive less. Carpool, walk and bike, combine errands and care for your car. Be sure your gas cap is on tight.
• Refuel your vehicle, mow grass and use gas powered lawn equipment and off road vehicles after 6 p.m.
• Postpone chores that use oil based paint, varnishes and solvents that produce flame.
• If you barbecue, use an electric starter instead of starter fluid.
• Take your lunch to work or walk to lunch.
• Conserve energy in your home.
Incorporating these tips into your daily routines can make a significant difference. We all have a stake in better air quality.
SPREAD THE WORD by telling family, friends, co-workers and neighbors about OZONE ACTION DAYS.
More information about current air quality and what you can do to help prevent ozone formation is available online at the DEQ website www.deq.louisiana.gov.
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