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|Meaning=#An extended period of a high concentration of pollutants in the [[atmosphere]]. | |||
|Explanation=#A public alert or notification of unhealthful air quality.<br/> In the U.S., the degree of alert is often based on the [[pollutant standards index]] (PSI): | |||
#:Stage 1 episode or alert, for 200 ≤ PSI < 275. Public recommendation: avoid strenuous activities. Children and elderly people advised to stay indoors. | |||
#:Stage 2 episode or alert, for 275 ≤ PSI < 400. Public recommendation: cease all physical activity, and stay indoors. Industry can be ordered to reduce emissions, and employees forced to carpool or use mass transportation for their necessary travel. | |||
#:Stage 3 episode or alert, for PSI ≥ 400. Everyone ordered to remain at home with windows closed. Minimize physical exertion and avoid driving vehicles. Automobile travel could be restricted and industries ordered to reduce emissions. | |||
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Latest revision as of 21:08, 13 January 2024
#An extended period of a high concentration of pollutants in the atmosphere.
- A public alert or notification of unhealthful air quality.
In the U.S., the degree of alert is often based on the pollutant standards index (PSI):- Stage 1 episode or alert, for 200 ≤ PSI < 275. Public recommendation: avoid strenuous activities. Children and elderly people advised to stay indoors.
- Stage 2 episode or alert, for 275 ≤ PSI < 400. Public recommendation: cease all physical activity, and stay indoors. Industry can be ordered to reduce emissions, and employees forced to carpool or use mass transportation for their necessary travel.
- Stage 3 episode or alert, for PSI ≥ 400. Everyone ordered to remain at home with windows closed. Minimize physical exertion and avoid driving vehicles. Automobile travel could be restricted and industries ordered to reduce emissions.
