Sydney faced significantly poor air quality on Tuesday morning due to a dust storm originating from the east, with heavy pollution levels particularly in the north-west and central west areas. The state officials recommended sensitive individuals remain indoors, while everyone else was advised to limit outdoor activities if they exhibited symptoms like coughing. The storm was part of a larger weather system affecting regions across South Australia and Victoria, creating widespread haze. Fortunately, a meteorologist indicated that the dust conditions would clear by midday.
The state government advised those sensitive to air pollution to stay indoors, as a dust storm impacts air quality across Sydney, particularly in the north-west and central west.
PM10 particles, less than 10 micrometres in diameter, can enter the lungs and cause serious health effects by affecting the heart and lungs upon inhalation.
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