New Yorkers are keeping a close eye on the Air Quality Index as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to be an issue.
Moderate conditions exist when the AQI registers between 51-100 on a 500-point scale. Once the AQI hits 101-150, however, conditions become unhealthy.
The NYC Health Department said, under those circumstances, children, older people and people with heart or breathing problems should take precautions. Call 911 if you or someone you're with has difficulty breathingSmoke from Canadian wildfires is once again expected to impact our area this week. If you can, limit your time outdoors when air quality worsens.
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