September 14th Air Quality Alert Updates

An Air Quality Alert has been issued for New Orleans until midnight tonight. 

Avoid outdoor activities if you:

• Are an active child or adult
• Are elderly
• Have a respiratory disease, like asthma

Help reduce the formation of ozone

• Drive less and make sure your gas cap is tight.
• Refuel your vehicle, mow grass and use gas powered lawn equipment after 6 p.m.
• Postpone work that uses oil based paint, varnishes and solvents that produce flame.
• Use an electric starter instead of starter fluid to barbeque.
• Conserve energy in your home.