Per Connecticut DEEP, an Action Day has been declared for Greenwich on Wednesday, Jul 12.
The Air Quality Index – based on air pollution levels of ground-level ozone and/or particles – will be orange for Greenwich, which is “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.”
During the warm seasons, unhealthy ground-level ozone concentrations may cause a variety of respiratory problems including breathing difficulty, coughing, and throat irritation.
Health effects such as: aggravated asthma, chronic bronchitis, nonfatal heart attacks, and even pre-mature death in people with heart and lung disease; have also been linked with prolonged exposure of particles.
·Conserve energy at home and at work by setting your [air conditioner] thermostat at a higher temperature in the summer and a lower temperature in the winter.
·Choose a cleaner commute: share a ride or use public transportation.
·During winter-time particulate matter events, cut back on wood stove use during stagnant atmospheric conditions.
·Reduce use of gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment.
·Refuel motor vehicles after dusk.
·Combine errands and reduce trips. Limit engine idling.
·Use household, workshop, and garden chemicals in ways that keep evaporation to a minimum, or try to delay using them when unhealthy air is forecast.
For further information, visit the CTDEP air quality web site at:
http://www.ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2222&q=320646&depNav_GID=1744
