Summary
Residents near Jacksonville, Florida were advised to stay indoors due to poor air quality on Thursday. The AirNow map showed high levels of fine particle pollution considered "unhealthy." The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advised vulnerable groups to avoid outdoor activities.
Key Facts
- Areas north of Jacksonville, Florida, experienced unhealthy air pollution levels.
- Specific affected communities included Nassauville, Franklintown, Fernandina Beach, and others.
- The EPA, NOAA, and other agencies collaborate on AirNow, the platform monitoring air quality.
- Fine particle (PM2.5) pollution was at a level deemed harmful.
- The EPA advised sensitive groups, like the elderly and children, to limit outdoor activities.
- General populations were also advised to reduce strenuous outdoor activities.
