The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for multiple Northeast Ohio Counties.
The following counties will be under this advisory through Thursday night:
- Ashtabula County
- Cuyahoga County
- Geauga County
- Lake County
- Lorain County
- Medina County
- Portage County
- Summit County
NOACA said the air quality levels in the affected counties are unhealthy for sensitive groups such as small children, the elderly and individuals with breathing issues. Here's how to stay healthy during the alert:
- Drive less by walking, using public transit or working from home if possible.
- Don't idle your vehicle - turn off your engine.
- Refill your gas tank after sunset.
- Monitor your outdoor activity.
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