An Air Quality Alert was issued for several West Michigan counties Tuesday.
The alert was issued for Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, Allegan, Van Buren, and Berrien counties, according to state health officials.
- Weather: Brutal heat and humidity continue through Thursday
Increased heat and sunlight brings a threat of Ozone development, particularly along with lakeshore counties, according to the Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE).
This makes the previously mentioned counties in the “Orange” category, meaning it can be unhealthy for sensitive groups, like those with asthma or other respiratory illnesses.
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It is recommended that people avoid strenuous outdoor activities. Monitor for symptoms like wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or the burning in the nose, throat, and eyes…