Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels in southern Vermont today.
With the hot humid weather, levels of particulate matter, that’s the pollution particles that can get into lungs – are expected to rise.
Environmental officials are advising that all people, especially the elderly and those with respiratory ailments – limit their strenuous outdoor activity.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says the poor air quality is forecast for much of New England and could extend into the weekend.