The Var prefecture has triggered the level 1 alert because the department is expecting an episode of heavy air pollution on Sunday August 15.
Some health recommendations have been made to prepare for Sunday August 15 in the Var. Following the arrival of Saharan dust, the level 1 air pollution alert was triggered by the prefecture.
The department is experiencing significant increases in fine particles. Var residents are advised to reduce or postpone physical and sporting activities, whether outdoors or outdoors. It is also necessary to limit exposure to irritating products (tobacco, solvents, paints, exposure to pollen). However, there is no problem to aerate or ventilate.
It is requested to limit the use of motor vehicles and favor travel by carpooling, public transport or on foot or by bicycle and to postpone maintenance or cleaning work that requires the use of solvents, paint or varnish. .
#PollutionAlert | As of Sunday August 15, the prefect of #Where triggers the level 1 alert procedure #pollution air, in view of the persistence of the high level of fine particles.
✅Health and behavioral recommendations👉https://t.co/ODGTFPXN1o pic.twitter.com/0Nsa69k7d2– Préfet du Var (@ Prefet83) August 14, 2021
Special attention for vulnerable or sensitive people
Some people are more vulnerable or sensitive to this kind of air pollution episode. This is particularly the case for pregnant women, children under 5, people over 65, people with asthma, diabetes, immunosuppression or suffering from heart or respiratory risk pathologies. For these people, it is recommended to avoid travel on major roads during rush hour. Choose short outings that require little effort.
In the event of unusual symptoms or discomfort, it is advisable to contact your pharmacist or doctor.
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