Keep an eye on local air quality reports and forecasts, which are often provided by government agencies or environmental organizations.
USE AIR QUALITY APPS
Download and use air quality monitoring apps on your smartphone to receive real-time updates on air quality in your area.
MINIMIZE YOUR OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES
Try to spend less time outside when the air quality is bad, especially during rush hour and on hot, sunny days when pollution levels are at their highest.
FILTER INDOOR AIR
Use air purifiers with HEPA filters to enhance the quality of the air indoors. These appliances can assist in clearing the air within your house of tiny particulate matter and other contaminants.
REDUCE EXPOSURE TO INDOOR POLLUTION SOURCES
Be mindful of indoor sources of pollution, such as tobacco smoke, cooking fumes, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from cleaning products.
WEAR N95 MASKS
In extremely polluted environments, wearing a mask that is designed to filter out fine particulate matter can help reduce your exposure when you need to be outdoors.