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Maricopa County issues pollution advisory for Christmas weekend

A high-pollution advisory has been issued for Maricopa County through Christmas Day.

 Maricopa County Air Quality Department  officials said children, the elderly and people with heart/lung disease should reduce prolonged or strenuous activities outdoors.

Restrictions:

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Maricopa County issues pollution advisory for Christmas weekend

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A high-pollution advisory has been issued for Maricopa County through Christmas Day.

 Maricopa County Air Quality Department  officials said children, the elderly and people with heart/lung disease should reduce prolonged or strenuous activities outdoors.

Restrictions:

  • Wood burning in residential fireplaces, chimeneas, outdoor fire pits and similar outdoor fires is prohibited. This includes individuals and businesses with permits for open burning.
  • Employees and contractors of government entities are prohibited from operating leaf blowers. Residents are encouraged to avoid leaf blowing.
  • Off-road vehicles are prohibited from being used during a high-pollution advisory.

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