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Pollution advisory issued

September 26, 2016

The Environmental Protection Department has advised people to reduce physical exertion and outdoor activities due to high pollution levels.

 

At 2pm today the Air Quality Health Index at some general and roadside stations reached "8" or above, corresponding to a "very high" health risk.

 

The department said under the influence of the outer subsiding air of Tropical Cyclone Megi, the weather in Hong Kong is mainly fine and hot with some haze.

 

The intense sunshine enhances photochemical smog activity and the formation of ozone, resulting in high pollution in the region, while light winds hinder the effective dispersion of air pollutants.

 

It said the index at some monitoring stations may reach the "serious" level later today.

 

Children, the elderly and people with heart or respiratory illnesses are advised to reduce physical exertion and outdoor activities.



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