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Ozone high pollution advisory issued for April 28
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The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Tuesday, April 28.
A “High Pollution Advisory” or “HPA” means the highest concentration of pollution may exceed the federal health standard.
Open burning and wood burning activity is restricted in Maricopa County. This includes individuals and businesses which have burn permits for open burning.
Leaf blowing and off-highway vehicle activities are also restricted. Employees and contractors of government entities are prohibited from operating leaf blowers.
Active children, adults and people with lung disease such as asthma should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Help reduce ozone pollution in Maricopa County by taking these simple actions:
Drive as little as possible. For information on transportation alternatives, visit Valley Metro: www.ShareTheRide.com
Reduce time waiting in long drive-thru lines. For example, at coffee shops, fast-food restaurants or banks.
Fuel vehicles after dark or during cooler evening hours.
Use low-VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) or water-based paints, stains, finishes and paint strippers.
Delay big painting projects until high-pollution advisories or health watches have passed.
Make sure containers of household cleaners, garage and yard chemicals and other solvents are sealed properly to prevent vapors from evaporating into the air.
Eliminate wood burning in fireplaces, stoves, chimneys and outdoor fire pits.