2 products issued by NWS for: Putnam Lake NY
Air Quality Alert
NYZ067-068-110500- Orange-Putnam- 1049 AM EST Sun Nov 10 2024 ...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT... The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: Orange, Putnam. from midnight tonight to midnight EST Sunday night. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of Fine Particulates. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale. The higher the AQI value, the greater the health concern. When pollution levels are elevated, the New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so New York residents can stay informed on the air quality situation. The toll free number is 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5. $$
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service New York NY 357 AM EST Sun Nov 10 2024 NYZ067>075-078>081-176>179-102300- Orange-Putnam-Rockland-Northern Westchester-Southern Westchester- New York (Manhattan)-Bronx-Richmond (Staten Island)- Kings (Brooklyn)-Northwest Suffolk-Northeast Suffolk- Southwest Suffolk-Southeast Suffolk-Northern Queens- Northern Nassau-Southern Queens-Southern Nassau- 357 AM EST Sun Nov 10 2024 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD TODAY... Southwest winds gusting to 15 to 20 mph, relative humidity as low as 30 to 40 percent, and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread this afternoon for all of Southeast New York. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts. $$