Index Value: 7(out of 10)

Air Pollution Band: High

The Government's Health Advice for High Air Pollution:

For the general population: "Anyone experiencing discomfort such as sore eyes, cough or sore throat should consider reducing activity, particularly outdoors."

For at risk individuals: "Adults and children with lung problems, and adults with heart problems, should reduce strenuous physical exertion, particularly outdoors, and particularly if they experience symptoms. People with asthma may find they need to use their reliever inhaler more often. Older people should also reduce physical exertion"

To see more information on the health effects of air pollution and how the index and bands are calculated click here.

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