Knozone Action Day

The City of Indianapolis forecasts Saturday, June 25, 2016 as a Knozone Air Quality Action Day.

The air quality may become unhealthy for individuals, especially active children, the elderly, and anyone suffering from lung disease or other serious health problems. Sensitive groups throughout Central Indiana are encouraged to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors on Knozone Air Quality Action Days. People with concerns about how air pollution affects their health should contact their doctor.

Saturday’s forecast indicates that ground-level ozone levels may be high. Ground-level ozone is the primary contributor to smog in urban areas. Smog is formed when harmful emissions from sources like cars, lawnmowers, and power plants react with sunlight. Ground-level ozone is more common from April through September, because heat and sunlight are important factors in its formation.

Residents can help prevent Knozone Action Days by reducing their contribution to ground-level ozone through these simple actions:

• Reduce vehicle idling
  
• Use active forms of transportation (walking, biking, or public transportation)
  
• Fill gas tanks and mow after 7 p.m.

For information on more ways to help improve Central Indiana’s air quality, visit www.knozone.com.

SOURCE: Indianapolis Office of Sustainability

The City of Indianapolis forecasts Saturday, June 18 through Monday, June 20 as Knozone Air Quality Action Days.

The air quality may become unhealthy for individuals, especially active children, the elderly, and anyone suffering from lung disease or other serious health problems. Sensitive groups throughout Central Indiana are encouraged to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors on Knozone Air Quality Action Days. People with concerns about how air pollution affects their health should contact their doctor.

The forecast for the weekend and into Monday indicates that ground-level ozone levels may be high. Ground-level ozone is the primary contributor to smog in urban areas. Smog is formed when harmful emissions from sources like cars, lawnmowers, and power plants react with sunlight. Ground-level ozone is more common from April through September, because heat and sunlight are important factors in its formation.

Residents can help prevent Knozone Action Days by reducing their contribution to ground-level ozone through these simple actions:

• Reduce vehicle idling
  
• Use active forms of transportation (walking, biking, or public transportation)
  
• Fill gas tanks and mow after 6 p.m.

For information on more ways to help improve Central Indiana’s air quality, visit www.knozone.com.

SOURCE: Indianapolis Office of Sustainability

The City of Indianapolis forecasts Monday, June 13, 2016 as a Knozone Air Quality Action Day.

The air quality may become unhealthy for individuals, especially active children, the elderly, and anyone suffering from lung disease or other serious health problems. Sensitive groups throughout Central Indiana are encouraged to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors on Knozone Air Quality Action Days. People with concerns about how air pollution affects their health should contact their doctor.

Today’s forecast indicates that ground-level ozone levels may be high. Ground-level ozone is the primary contributor to smog in urban areas. Smog is formed when harmful emissions from sources like cars, lawnmowers, and power plants react with sunlight. Ground-level ozone is more common from April through September, because heat and sunlight are important factors in its formation.

Residents can help prevent Knozone Action Days by reducing their contribution to ground-level ozone through these simple actions:

• Reduce vehicle idling
  
• Use active forms of transportation (walking, biking, or public transportation)
  
• Fill gas tanks and mow after 6 p.m.

For information on more ways to help improve Central Indiana’s air quality, visit www.knozone.com.

SOURCE: Indianapolis Office of Sustainability

The hottest weather of the year so far is expected Saturday. On Sunday, a cold front will move through some of the forecast area from the northeast and then stop but still kick up some thundershowers. For next week, a series of waves will keep us with the threat of thundershowers.

Take action to protect your health!

During a Knozone Air Quality Action Day, the region’s air quality may become unhealthy for individuals who are sensitive to air pollutants, including:

• Children
• Senior citizens
• People with breathing-related illnesses, such as asthma
• Those who are active outdoors

The Indianapolis Office of Sustainability encourages sensitive groups to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors on Knozone Air Quality Action Days.

People who have any concerns about how air pollution affects their health should seek the advice of a physician.

Everyone has a role in improving Indianapolis’ air quality, not only on Knozone Air Quality Action Days, but all year long. Learn how you can help at www.knozone.com.

SOURCE: Indianapolis Office of Sustainability

Ozone was virtually all good with a couple of very low moderates yesterday while PM2.5 remains good. Surface high pressure will move eastward today such that winds tomorrow will turn from the southwest. A ridge aloft will build and approach from the west. Temperatures at the surface and aloft will increase sharply in the next 24 hours. Stability cap will strengthen Friday into Saturday.

Take action to protect your health!

During a Knozone Air Quality Action Day, the region’s air quality may become unhealthy for individuals who are sensitive to air pollutants, including:

• Children
• Senior citizens
• People with breathing-related illnesses, such as asthma
• Those who are active outdoors

The Indianapolis Office of Sustainability encourages sensitive groups to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors on Knozone Air Quality Action Days.

People who have any concerns about how air pollution affects their health should seek the advice of a physician.

Everyone has a role in improving Indianapolis’ air quality, not only on Knozone Air Quality Action Days, but all year long. Learn how you can help at www.knozone.com.

SOURCE: Indianapolis Office of Sustainability