Air Quality Advisory Issued For Long Island

LONG ISLAND, NY — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an air quality advisory today for all of Long Island. The day's high heat is leading to increased ozone across the island.

The advisory is in effect until 11 p.m.

The air is listed as "Unhealthy for sensitive groups," which is in the middle of the Environmental Protection Agency's air quality monitoring index. The people most likely to be affected are people with existing lung conditions, those who are active outdoors, children and the elderly, according to the EPA.

Low amounts of ozone at ground level can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, throat irritation and coughing, according to the EPA. It's possible for healthy people to be sensitive to ozone and experience symptoms, as well. It can also cause those with existing lung conditions, like asthma, to experience symptoms.

To limit your ozone exposure, it's recommended to stay inside when possible during the hours the advisory is in effect.