An Air Quality Alert has been issued for the greater Chicago region, coinciding with an extreme heat wave impacting the area this week.
Here’s a look at the data and what it means for you.
Air pollution risk in Chicago
AirNow issued an alert for elevated particulate and ozone pollution in Chicago on Monday, July 13.
During this period, Air Quality will be in the range of “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.”
This means the air quality may be unhealthy that vulnerable populations including children, senior citizens, and those with respiratory conditions like asthma.
The Air Quality Alert will remain in effect through Tuesday, July 14. AirNow predicts conditions will return to a moderate level by Wednesday.
AirNow recommends vulnerable individuals to limit their time outdoors while the alert is in effect.
