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Air Quality Health Advisory In Effect: Friday July 17th

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory due to elevated levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), which may pose health risks, particularly for sensitive populations. For the air quality index in your area, visit www.AirNow.gov. Air Quality Forecasts are also available on the Department of Environmental Conservation website at https://appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

Expected Conditions:

  • Elevated concentrations of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) are expected, which can contribute to unhealthy air quality and may increase health risks for sensitive individuals.
  • For the air quality index in your area, visit www.AirNow.gov. 
  • Information about PM2.5 and health is available on the New York State Department of Health Website at: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/indoors/air/pmq_a.htm

NYS Air Quality Hotline: For additional information that you cannot locate on the website, please feel free to contact the hotline: (800) 535-1345.

Receive Notifications: Receive daily air quality notifications and custom forecasts here: http://www.enviroflash.info/

Recommended Safety Actions

  • Limit prolonged or strenuous outdoor activities, especially if you are part of a sensitive group.
  • If possible, remain indoors with windows closed and use air conditioning or air filtration if available.
  • If you must be outdoors, take frequent breaks and reduce strenuous activity.
  • Stay aware of symptoms such as eye, nose, or throat irritation, coughing, shortness of breath, or chest discomfort.
  • If you experience persistent symptoms or have difficulty breathing, contact your healthcare provider promptly.

Those Most at Risk

Individuals who work or spend extended periods outdoors

Older adults

Infants and young children

Individuals with asthma, COPD, heart disease, or other respiratory or cardiovascular conditions

Pregnant individuals

When extreme heat warnings are in effect the following instructions may be helpful:

When dangerous heat conditions are expected, they can lead to heat exhaustion or stroke. Consider postponing or rescheduling outdoor activities. Keep children and pets in air conditioning, if possible.

IF OUTSIDE: wear light-colored loose clothing and a hat.

NEVER leave children or pets in a car. 

If possible, stay out of the sun and stay in the air conditioning. 
If you have no air-conditioning and need a place to cool down, visit your local library, mall, recreation center, or pool.
Avoid strenuous activity and exercise, especially during the sun’s peak hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Drink plenty of fluids – preferably water. 
Check on your friends, family, and neighbors. 
If you have signs of heat stroke, seek medical attention immediately.
Signs of a heat stroke include: 
Extremely high body temperatures. 
Red, hot, and dry skin with no sweat. 
Rapid, strong pulse. 
Dizziness, confusion, and unconsciousness. 

For Residents in Suffolk County:
Click here for a list of facilities that may be activated as Cooling Centers during an excessive heat event as determined by the National Weather Service. During excessive heat conditions, review the operating hours and call before you go or make a referral, to make sure the location is open.

Residents in need of emergency services, including housing assistance, can use the following important contact numbers:
Social Services Emergency Housing
During Normal Business Hours: (631) 854-9930
After 4:30 PM, Weekends, and Holidays: (631) 854-9100

For Residents in Nassau County:
Nassau County Cooling Space
The Former Nassau County Family Court
1200 Old Country Road, Westbury
Open 24 hours

Homeless Hotline for Overnight Shelter
If you see someone who may need shelter overnight, do not hesitate to call the Nassau County Homeless Hotline (1-866-WARMBED). Nassau County’s Emergency Shelter Relief Program is open seven days a week both day and night. The Emergency Night Service (ENS) opens at 6pm. ENS handles nighttime calls. Nassau County Department of Social Services (516) 227-8519: After office hours (516) 573-8626

Cooling Assistance Programs

Need Help with Cooling Assistance? If you or someone you know needs financial assistance for cooling devices or related expenses, the following organizations may be able to help:
Family Service League: Call 631-427-3700
EOC of Suffolk: Call 631-289-2124
PSEG or National Grid: Call the customer service number listed at the bottom of your bill and ask to speak with a consumer advocate.

PSEG Long Island:
Household Assistance Program Lower your electric bills by $45 or more per month and get flexible payment options through PSEG-LI’s Household Assistance Program.  
Qualifying Programs: (must show proof within 12 months): HEAP, Medicaid, SNAP, SSwI, Public Assistance, Child Health Plus, Veterans Disability Pension, Federal Housing, or Lifeline  
📄 Apply Online: psegliny.com/financialassistance 📧
Email: consumeradvocacyli@pseg.com
📞 Customer Assistance Line: 1-800-490-0025  
🤝 Need Help Applying? Legal Services of Long Island can assist you with HEAP applications:
Nassau County: 516-292-8100
Suffolk County: 631-232-2400
QUICK TIP: These programs operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
✅ Check eligibility ✅ Gather documents ✅ Apply immediately

If you have any questions or concerns, contact Suffolk County’s non-emergency number by dialing 311. SUFFOLK 311, a non-emergency call center and self-service portal designed to provide residents with a centralized point of contact for county services, information, and non-emergency issues. If you have an emergency please call 9-1-1 immediately.

To report a county-owned street that needs clearing in Suffolk County, you can visit the Suffolk County 311 website and complete the forms under the Highway Conditions section. This ensures that your request is directed to the appropriate department for action. 

If you see someone who may need shelter overnight, do not hesitate to call the Nassau County Homeless Hotline (1-866-WARMBED). Nassau County’s Emergency Shelter Relief Program is open seven days a week both day and night. The Emergency Night Service (ENS) opens at 6pm. ENS handles nighttime calls.

To report an outage to PSEG: Text OUT to PSEGLI at 773454 or visit:  https://www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/contactus

To Report a Downed Power Line to PSEG call: 1-800-490-0075 T To report a gas emergency call 911 or National Grid’s 24-hour emergency hotline: 1-800-490-0045

Nassau County OEM:  https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/1620/Emergency-Management

 Suffolk County OEM: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Click here to sign up for Suffolk County Emergency Alerts

American Red Cross: How to Get Help: https://www.redcross.org/local/new-york/ or call: 1-877-733-2767  American Red Cross Preparedness Guide:  https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/

National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (NVOAD):  https://www.nvoad.org/howtohelp/current-responses/

NWS New York Tropical Page: https://www.weather.gov/okx/tropical

NWS New York Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/

NWS New York Summer DSS Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/emnew_summer

River Gauges and Forecasts: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=okx

NWS New York Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NWSNewYorkNY

NWS New York Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWSNewYorkNY Online Severe Weather Reporting: https://www.weather.gov/okx/SubmitStormReport

Real-time traffic closures on a map: https://www.511ny.org/#TransitRegion-8

Power outages 1-800-490-0075 or text OUT to PSEGLI

Long Island Railroad Service Alerts:  http://www.mta.info/lirr

NICE Bus Service Alerts:  http://nicebus.com/Passenger-Information/Service-Alerts.aspx

Suffolk County Transit Service Alerts: https://sctbus.org/alerts