Wildfires in New Jersey's Pine Barrens are significantly affecting air quality in New York City, with unhealthy smoke levels predicted until midnight Thursday. The National Weather Service has issued warnings, and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has declared an Air Quality Health Advisory affecting all five boroughs, as well as Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, and Rockland counties. The Air Quality Index is expected to reach unhealthy levels, particularly impacting sensitive populations such as children and those with pre-existing health conditions. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activities to mitigate health risks.
Due to wildfires in New Jersey's Pine Barrens, the National Weather Service warns that New York City residents may experience unhealthy smoke levels until midnight Thursday.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory, targeting all boroughs of NYC and neighboring counties.
Health experts advise limiting outdoor activities for sensitive individuals as Air Quality Index levels are expected to reach unhealthy levels for vulnerable groups.
The Air Quality Index is forecast to reach levels of 101-150, posing health risks especially to children and those with respiratory or heart conditions.
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