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AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT EDT THURSDAY NIGHT The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam. from midnight tonight to midnight EDT Thursday 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.

Out Like a Lamb? Long Island Gets More Snow on Last Day of March

LongIsland.com

Spring might have come already, but winter is letting out one last gasp before April begins.

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The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement in light of this morning’s snow. According to the NWS, a heavy band of snow extended from Connecticut into Nassau and western Suffolk County, and from there has moved toward eastern Suffolk.

Moderate to heavy snowfall has impacted the Island, with up to an inch of accumulation possible. Some towns may even see more accumulation under a band of heavier snowfall.

After the snow has fallen it should melt away, however, making the evening commute a bit easier than the morning one. A high of 48° is predicted for much of Long Island.

For the latest updates, head to the Long Island Weather Center.

For a look at the roadways and the commute ahead, check out LI’s Traffic Cameras and Traffic Map.

[Source: National Weather Service]

 

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