A code red air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations are unhealthful for the general population and outdoor activity should be avoided.
A code red air quality alert has been issued for the entire Delaware Valley as smoke from wildfires burning in Canada blankets the area.
Experts recommend staying inside and keeping your windows and fireplaces shut. It's recommended that you run the air conditioning on a recirculation setting.Health officials also warn residents to pay attention to their bodies. Anyone who may be having trouble breathing, feeling nauseous, or dizzy, should seek medical attention as soon as possible.
The blaze broke out on Tuesday afternoon in the area of East Commodore Boulevard and Cedar Swamp Road in Jackson Township.
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