What is an Air Quality Alert?

CLEVELAND (BNN)-- An air quality alert is in impact for parts of Northeast Ohio on Monday, according to the National Weather Service.

According to the National Weather Service, an air quality alert goes into result when the air we breathe is bad quality..

" There are numerous aspects that can result in poor air quality, however the 2 most common belong to elevated concentrations of ground-level ozone or particle matter," according to the National Weather Service.

Particulate matter is particles of smoke, dust or aerosols, which can be harmful to inhale.

Weather, such as the excessive heat Northeast Ohio is experiencing, can have a big effect on air quality. According to the National Weather Service, weather can impact the following:.

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• Sunshine can cause some contaminants to have chain reactions, developing smog
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• Higher temperatures can speed up chemical reactions in the air
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It's crucial to remain safe when Air Quality Alerts are in result, especially for those with higher threat aspects.

Heat wave: CLE, other cities open cooling centers.

Those in delicate groups, including kids, older individuals and those who already have breathing issues should prevent going outside, the National Weather Service suggests.

The bad air quality is because of raised concentrations of ground-level ozone and comes as the BNN weather condition team predicts temperatures rolling up into the 90s.

According to Cleveland Clinic, those who reside in locations under an air quality advisory can use these approaches to remain healthy:.

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• Keep your home and car windows closed
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• Don't use your fireplace or grill
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• Purchase air purifiers for rooms you invest the most time in
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• Stay inside
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• Wear an N95 mask
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• Don't burn candle lights or use wood-burning ranges
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• Avoid pre-owned smoke
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FirstEnergy preparations for heat wave, staffing levels.

According to the National Weather Service, those who would like to help reduce air pollution can follow these tips:.

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• Eliminate tobacco smoke
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• Reduce usage of wood stoves and fireplaces
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• Don't burn candles, leaves, trash, plastic or rubber
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• Use HEPA air filters and air cleaners created to minimize particles
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• Drive less: carpool, use public transportation, bike or walk
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• Keep your car, boat and other engines tuned
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• Inflate tires to the recommended pressure
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• When refueling: Stop when the pump turns off. Avoid spilling fuel and tighten your gas cap
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• Use low-VOC paint and cleaning items, and seal and store them so they can't evaporate
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• Set thermostats greater in summer
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• Turn off lights you are not using
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