June 6, 2023
BATH, NY – The Steuben County Public Health Department warns residents to be aware of unhealthy air quality due to wildfires across Canada. Unhealthy air quality can be dangerous for those with asthma, respiratory issues, and for children and seniors who are more vulnerable to air pollution than adults.
“We have been working with our schools to make sure children stay healthy,” said Public Health Director, Darlene Smith. “When the air quality is at an unhealthy level, it’s important for everyone to consider what outdoor activities can be rescheduled for when the air quality is better.”
Find information on local current air quality measures, updated hourly, by visiting airnow.gov. When air quality is deemed unhealthy, it is recommended to avoid strenuous outdoor activities and to generally limit active time outdoors.
