Officials have issued an air quality warning for Deer Park, cautioning that smoke from the ongoing fire is a health risk for sensitive groups.
The materials burning in Deer Park are reported to be clean.
However, the air quality today is unhealthy air for sensitive groups to breathe.
According to AirNow.gov, sensitive groups should take action to protect themselves.
Who is considered sensitive?
- Children
- Pregnant women
- Older adults
- People with: Asthma, bronchitis, lung disease, emphysema.
- Active people who work or exercise outdoors
If you must be outside today, reduce your exposure by choosing less strenuous activities or shortening the amount of time you are active outdoors.
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The air quality for the remainder of the week is expected to return to “moderate” a step below “good.”