Bass Harbor, ME Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM EDT TUESDAY...

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air
Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for ozone from 10 AM to
10 PM EDT Tuesday.

Ozone levels are expected to rise into the Unhealthy for Sensitive
Groups range on Tuesday. The rest of the state except the Northern
region are expected to reach the Moderate range. In addition,
particle pollution levels are expected to be Moderate for most of the
state except for the Northern region. It is important to remember
that even in areas with Moderate levels of ozone and particle
pollution the health impacts will be compounded by the effects of
heat and humidity.

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection 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, older adults, those who work outdoors, those
with pre-existing respiratory problems such as asthma, and those
with heart disease. It is okay to be active outdoors. But if you
experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, throat
irritation or an uncomfortable sensation in your chest, please
consider limiting the intensity and duration of your outdoor
activities.

A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine
residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll
free number is: 1-800-223-1196.

Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has
the air quality forecast available on the web at
www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.