An Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued for Kansas due to strong winds carrying dust and smoke from wildfires in Oklahoma and eastern Kansas. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment warns that the Air Quality Index will range from unhealthy to hazardous. To monitor air quality and fire activity, residents can visit the KDHE website. To protect their health, people are advised to limit outdoor exercise, remain indoors if vulnerable, keep indoor air clean by closing doors and windows, stay hydrated, and seek medical help if experiencing symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. The advisory comes as a result of high winds carrying pollutants from wildfires into the area, impacting air quality. Residents are urged to take precautions to minimize health risks from the poor air quality conditions.
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