[StBernard] Dec 6th SO2 Warning for St. Bernard Parish

Westley Annis westley at da-parish.com
Fri Dec 6 09:13:50 EST 2013


The DEQ air monitoring site in Chalmette has detected elevated readings of
sulfur dioxide (SO2) which have reached the Orange level on the Air Quality
Index (AQI).

According to the Environmental Protection Agency who sets most air quality
standards, being at the Orange level means that SO2 levels are Unhealthy for
sensitive groups. People with asthma should consider reducing exertion
outdoors. If you are in this group of individuals, please plan your outdoor
activities accordingly.

Updated: 6:00 AM
SO2: 76ppb
AQI: 101
Visit so2.deq.louisiana.gov <http://so2.deq.louisiana.gov/> for hourly
readings and additional information on the Air Quality Index.





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