It might not be the best day to go for a 10-mile run outdoors today. That’s because a Spare the Air advisory is in effect – the first advisory in the Sacramento area for 2011.
An Air Quality Index of 151 – just within the unhealthy category – has been determined for today in the area surrounding Sacramento.
According to the Spare the Air website, when the Air Quality Index reaches unhealthy levels, it’s important for people, especially children, to limit extended outdoor exertion. Children and adults with respiratory diseases, like asthma, should avoid prolonged outdoor exertion all together.
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While you shouldn’t take your marathon workout in the sunshine today, there is some good news: Yolobus is free today.
How can you help Spare the Air?
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- Drive less – Take the bus whenever possible
- Carpool – Take turns driving to work, the gym, anywhere with a carpool buddy
- Take public transit – In Davis, ride free during Spare the Air days
- Avoid aerosol products – Solids, sticks and gel cleaners, hair products and antiperspirants are more environmentally friendly BBQ with gas – Forget the charcoal lighter fluid; use an electric starter or a propane gas grill
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