21 April 2011
The Government today issued a "smog alert" for the Easter weekend for ozone and polluting particles known as PM10s, which can affect people's health.
Officials at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
(Defra) said high levels of pollution are expected across England and Wales over the weekend because of warm and still conditions brought on by the high pressure system.
British Lung Foundation (BLF) is warning that some people, including those who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma, could be affected by the high pollution levels and may notice an impact on their breathing.
Professor Stephen Spiro, Deputy Chairman of the British Lung Foundation said:
“With the current smog warning, we recommend that anyone living with a lung condition should carry their medication as a precaution. The British Lung Foundation’s Helpline can also provide advice to anyone concerned about the smog warning on 03000 030 555.”
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