Beware Of The Air In Rhode Island, DEM Warns

The air quality across the entire state of Rhode Island poses a risk to sensitive groups, the Department of Environmental Management cautioned.

DEM issued the warning Tuesday.

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The department "forecasts that air quality will reach UNHEALTHY levels for sensitive groups due to elevated ground-level ozone," the alert said.

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Key details of the bad air included unhealthy ozone levels for sensitive groups across the entire state with peak levels beginning early in the afternoon and continuing into the evening.

"Fine particles" were expected to be elevated, according to DEM.

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The department recommended reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion, taking frequent breaks and choosing less strenuous activities, and monitoring for symptoms like coughing or shortness of breath.

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The department also advised that people with asthma or lung conditions should follow their action plans and carry quick-relief medications, and to schedule outdoor activities in the morning when ozone levels are lowest.

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