Air pollution alert issued across Alpes-Maritimes
Authorities have issued a level one air pollution alert across the Alpes-Maritimes following a rise in fine particle pollution linked to Saharan dust.
A level one air pollution alert has been issued across the Alpes-Maritimes for Thursday after a cloud of desert dust particles drifted over France, pushing fine particle levels higher across the region.
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Authorities warned air quality could become difficult for vulnerable people, with the daily pollution threshold at risk of being exceeded.
Speed limits have been temporarily reduced by 20km/h, while residents are being urged to limit car use, avoid non-essential travel and postpone gardening or maintenance work using fuel-powered equipment.
People with respiratory conditions are advised to reduce strenuous outdoor activity and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen.