The TCEQ urges residents to prevent ozone pollution by sharing rides, riding bicycles and avoiding drive-through lanes or other reasons to idle vehicle engines.Today is an ozone action day for the San Antonio area, according to the. It is the fifth day this year with possibly harmful levels of ozone pollution.
Young children, older folks and those with respiratory issues — such as bronchitis, emphysema or asthma — are more vulnerable to the pollution’s effects. People with such conditions are advised to stay indoors or limit outside activity if possible. Ozone is a harmful, smog-like substance that comes from nitrogen dioxide and volatile organic compounds produced by construction, some industries and vehicles, as well as heat and sunlight.The TCEQ urges residents to prevent ozone pollution by sharing rides, riding bicycles and avoiding drive-through lanes or other reasons to idle vehicle engines. Residents should also refuel cars and trucks after 6 p.m. and set their thermostats 2 to 3 degrees higher from 2 to 7 p.m.
Ozone conditions will be moderate on Saturday and Sunday, according to the TCEQ. Residents can monitor ozone levels on theElena Bruess writes for the Express-News through Report for America, a national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms. ReportforAmerica.org. elena.bruess@express-news.net
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