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25/02/2019
High Air Pollution Levels Forecast For NI- DAERA
The current weather conditions have prompted a warning for moderate levels of air pollution across Northern Ireland this week.
Heightened levels, classed as when there is more sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and other substances in the air, are expected to persist until Wednesday 27 February, with the situation improving from Thursday onwards.
Stormont's Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) said it comes as a result of the weather, with light winds that can lead to the build-up of local emissions from vehicles and home heating.
High pollution is expected in urban areas due to the increased concentration of fumes.
"During periods of High Air Pollution the symptoms of people with lung or heart disease may worsen," the spokesperson said.
"Healthy people are unlikely to experience any ill effects."
(JG/MH)
Heightened levels, classed as when there is more sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and other substances in the air, are expected to persist until Wednesday 27 February, with the situation improving from Thursday onwards.
Stormont's Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) said it comes as a result of the weather, with light winds that can lead to the build-up of local emissions from vehicles and home heating.
High pollution is expected in urban areas due to the increased concentration of fumes.
"During periods of High Air Pollution the symptoms of people with lung or heart disease may worsen," the spokesperson said.
"Healthy people are unlikely to experience any ill effects."
(JG/MH)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be cloudy again throughout the day. Mainly dry in the morning, but patchy drizzle in places, becoming more widespread and persistent in the afternoon. Freshening southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with a spell of heavy rain pushing south through late evening and the early hours, followed by some clear spells. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
