Anyone heading outside on Thursday will likely notice a significant haze in the air due to wildfire smoke from Minnesota and Canada.
An Air Quality Alert is currently in effect and will extend into later Thursday since the fine particles in the air make for unhealthy conditions.
Poor air quality, especially when combined with higher temperatures, can cause health complications, so it’s important to take precautions and check on family members, friends and neighbors who may be at risk.
While everyone can be affected by poor air quality, some people are more susceptible, including:
- Children
- The elderly
- People with lung conditions, such as asthma
- People who work or exercise outdoors
Some tips:
- Stay indoors with the windows closed
- Limit strenuous outdoor activity
- Wear a properly fitting N95 mask when outside
- While driving, set the air system to recirculate
- Use high-efficiency (HEPA) air filters in your home’s cooling system
See more at wpri.com,
