How to Breathe in Heavily Polluted Air

Air pollution is a growing problem in highly industrious areas and areas with traffic emissions. That doesn't mean you have to move inside and stay close to your air purifier for the rest of your life. Here are some things you can do so you can breathe in an area with heavily polluted air.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Get informed. Pay attention to smog alerts before your morning commute so you know what you'll be dealing with throughout the day.

2. Wait to do any strenuous activity. Do not exercise in the afternoon when the pollution levels are highest, especially in warm weather. Wait until the heat has passed, or work out in the early morning. Stay in ventilated areas with filtered air to breathe during the worst part of the day.

3. Travel when the levels of pollution aren't as high. During the morning and afternoon rush hours, getting stuck in traffic leaves you vulnerable to unhealthy levels of emissions. Leave early for work in the morning, or stay late at work to avoid dense traffic at times when the air pollution is at its peak.

4. Protect your children from the effects of air pollution. Children are generally the most at risk when they breathe polluted air, because they engage in physical activity during the times when pollution levels are highest. Organize indoor activities for your children so they can stay active without being exposed to harmful air.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are asthmatic, keep your inhaler or other emergency precautions handy during high levels of air pollution.

Resources

• American Lung Association.
• Environmental Protection Agency AirNow

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