photo by Diane Krauthamer
From AlertDC:
“A Code Orange air quality alert for ozone has been issued for Tuesday, August 27, and Wednesday, August 28, 2024. This means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include
children, the elderly, and people suffering from asthma, heart disease, or other lung diseases. Older adults (over age 65), children, pregnant women, and those who have asthma or other chronic lung disease should limit time outdoors. Visit http://airnow.gov for the latest air quality information.”