{"id":96201,"date":"2023-06-07T21:21:36","date_gmt":"2023-06-08T01:21:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/?p=96201"},"modified":"2023-06-07T21:22:33","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T01:22:33","slug":"governor-hochul-announces-n95-masks-to-be-made-available-to-new-yorkers-as-effects-of-canadian-wildfires-continue-to-impact-air-quality-in-nys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/2023\/06\/07\/governor-hochul-announces-n95-masks-to-be-made-available-to-new-yorkers-as-effects-of-canadian-wildfires-continue-to-impact-air-quality-in-nys\/","title":{"rendered":"Governor Hochul announces N95 masks to be made available to New Yorkers as effects of Canadian wildfires continue to impact Air Quality in NYS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Governor Kathy&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;today announced approximately&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">one million<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;high-quality N95-style masks will&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">be<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">made available to New Yorkers as smoke and haze as a result of ongoing Canadian wildfires continue to impact air quality throughout the state. The State Departments of Environmental Conservation and<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;the Department of Health continue to issue air quality warnings. According to recent forecasts and advisories, air quality index is expected to be unhealthy for most of the state, outside of the North Country, through today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&#8220;Every part of New York State has experienced unhealthy air quality in the last 24 hours as a result of Canadian wildfires, and our number one priority right now is keeping New Yorkers safe,&#8221;&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Governor&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;said.<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&#8220;Prolonged exposure to this harmful air will cause negative health impacts, which is why we&#8217;re making high-quality masks available at high-traffic areas across New York. I am encouraging everyone in impacted regions across the state to stay indoors and reduce your exposure to this harmful smoke until air quality improves.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Masks will&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">be<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">made available at the following locations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Grand Central Terminal<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Penn Station<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Fulton Center<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Jamaica Station<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Main Concourse of the Port Authority Bus Terminal<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">, South Wing<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, Harlem<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Roberto Clemente State Park, Bronx<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Earlier&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">today<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">, Governor&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;recommended that outdoor school activities be suspended while air quality remains a concern. The Governor also encouraged New Yorkers to postpone any outdoor activities in impacted regions until conditions improve. DEC and DOH experts continue to monitor air quality, watching smoke and weather patterns closely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Commissioner Jackie Bray said,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&#8220;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">New Yorkers should do what they can to stay safe over the coming days as reduced air quality continues to pose harmful health impacts. We are making high-quality masks available throughout the state and recommend everyone limit their outdoor activities to reduce exposure.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Seggos<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;said,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&#8220;New York experts are continuously monitoring air quality as the state is impacted by smoke from wildfires in Canada and with our State partners DEC is committed to keeping the public informed. I applaud Governor&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;for continuing to provide resources to help address potential exposure to harmful air quality and encourage New Yorkers to take precautions during this ongoing dry weather to prevent any additional fire danger here at home.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Acting State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&#8220;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">With smoke from the Canadian wildfires blanketing our state, we are particularly concerned about the New Yorkers who are most vulnerable to negative health impacts from unhealthy air quality. These include everyone with heart conditions or lung disease, as well as the very young, those over 65 years old, and pregnant people. The best way for vulnerable individuals to protect themselves is to stay inside, reduce exposure and minimize exertion when outdoors. If you must go outdoors, please use a high quality, well-fitting mask while these unhealthy conditions persist. And, for the areas where the air quality is designated as Hazardous, than that recommendation applies to everyone.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">MTA Chair and CEO&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Janno<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Lieber<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;said,<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;&#8220;I thank Governor&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;for her leadership. Many New Yorkers may elect to head to air-conditioned offices during this air quality episode, and they can be confident that MTA trains and buses will continue to operate equipped with air filtration.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Executive Director Rick Cotton said,<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;&#8220;The&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">health<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;and safety of our customers is paramount to everyone at the Port Authority, particularly as our entire region continues to face deteriorating air quality. In response to the request from Governor&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">, we will distribute as many masks as we can to our customers at the Port Authority Bus Terminal. We thank Governor&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Hochul<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;and her team for their commitment to public safety.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Exposure to current air quality conditions can pose negative health impacts, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Irritation to Eyes, Nose or Throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Coughing<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Sneezing<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Runny Nose<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Shortness of Breath<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">These conditions are especially dangerous for vulnerable New Yorkers with medical conditions such as asthma and \/ or heart disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">DEC and DOH issue Air Quality Health Advisories when DEC meteorologists predict levels of pollution, either ozone or fine particulate matter are expected to exceed an Air Quality Index (AQI) value of 100. Today&#8217;s advisory was due to fine particulate matter carried by the wind from the wildfires. The AQI was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale, with a higher AQI value indicating a greater health concern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">The latest AQI Forecast can be viewed at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/cfmx\/extapps\/aqi\/aqi_forecast.cfm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/cfmx\/extapps\/aqi\/aqi_forecast.cfm<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Tips for New Yorkers to Stay Safe<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Limit time outdoors to reduce exposure to smoke<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Keep windows of homes and buildings closed<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Avoid strenuous activities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Outdoor activity across all groups should be limited or minimized when possible, as those with asthma, allergies or other conditions may be affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Avoid prolonged exposure<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">Individuals with health vulnerabilities, such as cardiovascular or lung disease, as should those who are pregnant<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"m_-6975055851790435045ListParagraph m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">For those who must travel outdoors for significant periods,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">properly fitted<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">, high-quality masks help reduce exposure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">An updated fire danger map is available on the<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/lands\/68329.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/lands\/68329.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1686266795287000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3KK5Jt9wCtrrIPdF3BNFA3\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Hyperlink m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">DEC website<\/span><\/a><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">.&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">While the statewide burn ban is no longer in effect, brush burning should only be done when absolutely necessary. Burning garbage or leaves is prohibited year-round in New York State.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Normal m_-6975055851790435045DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">For more&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/lands\/42524.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/lands\/42524.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1686266795287000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3_F5D_4R5YAjuchSV9SLhg\"><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045Hyperlink m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">information about fire safety and prevention<\/span><\/a><span class=\"m_-6975055851790435045DefaultParagraphFont\">, go to DEC&#8217;s FIREWISE New York webpage.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Governor Kathy&nbsp;Hochul&nbsp;today announced approximately&nbsp;one million&nbsp;high-quality N95-style masks will&nbsp;be&nbsp;made available to New Yorkers as smoke and haze as a result of ongoing Canadian wildfires continue to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":96202,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-96201","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.2 - 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