Colorado has issued an 'Ozone Action Day Alert,' encouraging drivers to take steps to prevent air pollution.
” went into effect on Sunday at 4 p.m. and will remain in effect until at least 4 p.m. on Monday. It requested that Colorado residents “limit driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles” to reduce their effect on air quality.
“Hot and sunny weather may allow ozone concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category on Sunday and Monday,” the alert said. Ground-level ozone occurs when emissions from cars, power plants, and other industrial facilities chemically react in sunlight. Heat and sunlight can contribute to increased
The southwestern and western portions of the Denver metropolitan area were expected to have the highest ozone concentrations, according to the alert. Sunday’sOzone may reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category on Sun & Mon. The highest concentrations are expected in the SW & W portions of the Denver Metro area, including the foothills. Reduce outdoor exertion in these areas to protect your health.
“When CDPHE issues an Ozone Action Day or other alert, the NWS will relay that information to the public via our Air Quality Alert,” it added.
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