(Posted May 10, 2012 at 12:55 p.m.) The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Friday, May 11, for areas within and bordering Maricopa County.
An Ozone Health Watch remains in effect for today.
ADEQ issues a High Pollution Advisory when the highest concentration of ozone or particulate matter levels may exceed the federal health standard.
People with respiratory or other health problems that make them more sensitive to air pollution are advised to limit their outdoor activity.
Resources
· Effects of Common Air Pollutants
· Ozone Fact Sheet
· Particulate Matter Fact Sheet
· Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ozone brochure
(Source: Arizona Department of Environmental Quality)