Toms River, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert for Saturday, June 22, 2024, affecting Ocean and Southeastern Burlington Counties.
A code orange alert indicates that air pollution concentrations could reach levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups. These groups include children, people with asthma, heart disease, or other lung diseases, and the elderly. It is advised that individuals in these groups minimize their exposure by avoiding strenuous activities and exercise outdoors.
The alert comes after a prescribed burn at Joint Base MDL.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the air quality and take necessary precautions to protect their health. Further details on ground-level ozone and fine particles can be found on the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s website at http://www.state.nj.us/dep/.