August 21, 2013, 12:03 p.m.
The New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New
York City until 11:00 PM tonight. Active children, adults, and people with lung
disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors.
For
additional information on air quality, visit the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website or go directly to Air Quality Index (AQI) Forecast and Current Observations for New York State and click on Air Quality Forecast.
Take care of yourselves.