UPDATE: A wildfire in Jackson Township, New Jersey, is now 100 percent contained after burning 82 acres, officials said.
a Red Flag Warning for most of the region and a code orange air quality alert for parts of the regionThe Red Flag Warning was in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for New Jersey, Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania suburbs and the Lehigh Valley due to a combination of gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuel moistures resulting in critical fire weather conditions.
A code red air quality alert is also in effect for the region. Hazy wildfire smoke over Philadelphia and the surrounding communities is coming from wildfires burning in Quebec, Canada, and leading to decreased air quality in the form of a"A code red air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region are unhealthful for the general population," the National Weather Service said.
The Philadelphia Department of Health provided the following recommendations for residents during the alert:If you must go outside, avoid excessive activity, such as jogging or running, and wear a mask, if available.Recirculate air with fans to avoid bringing more air pollution into your home. People with underlying illnesses should monitor for symptoms, including trouble breathing, nausea, and dizziness. If these symptoms occur, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
While the air may be hazardous for all residents it's especially dangerous for sensitive groups, including children, elderly people, pregnant people and those with respiratory diseases or heart conditions. The Health Department gave the following recommendations for residents to help reduce pollution in the city.Avoid using gas-powered lawn and garden equipment.
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