The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has extended its ozone high-pollution advisory through Friday, Oct. 11.

ADEQ officials said the highest concentration of pollution may exceed federal health standards.

Active children, adults and people with lung disease such as asthma should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion, according to public health officials.

ADEQ officials also advise:

• Drive less, carpool, use public transit or telecommute.
• Don’t wait in long drive-thru lines. Park and go inside.
• Delay large painting projects.
• Avoid using leaf blowers. Use a rake or broom to keep debris out of the road and away from storm drains, ditches and streams.
• Conserve electricity.

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