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Clean Air Coalition Announces Second Clean Air Action Day for Fine Particle Pollution this Week Extended through Tuesday, March 9, 2010 The Dane County Clean Air Coalition (CAC) has announced this week’s second Clean Air Action Day for fine particle pollution for all day Tuesday, March 9th. The Clean Air Action Day was triggered by the state Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) extension of an Air Quality Watch for several Wisconsin counties, including Dane County, which is now in effect through 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday night. Since Sunday, Dane County has experienced levels of fine particle pollution that exceed the federal threshold for "unhealthy for sensitive groups" such as children, older adults, people with asthma or heart disease and adults engaged in vigorous outdoor activities. The forecast indicates that the build-up of fine particle pollution is likely to continue to exceed the federal threshold for "unhealthy for sensitive groups” at least through Tuesday. Read the press release to learn what you can do to reduce emissions and protect public health...
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