Full Notification

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: Until 11 PM EDT this evening, and again from 11 AM to 11 PM EDT on Tuesday. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of ground level ozone. The New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so New York residents can stay informed on the air quality situation. The toll free number is 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5.

* AFFECTED AREAS: ROCKLAND ... NORTHERN WESTCHESTER ... SOUTHERN WESTCHESTER ... NEW YORK (MANHATTAN) ... BRONX ... RICHMOND (STATEN IS.) ... KINGS (BROOKLYN) ... NORTHERN QUEENS ... SOUTHERN QUEENS