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NEW YORK (PIX11) -- An Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued for New York City for Wednesday, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

Air Quality Index values may reach between 101 and 150, which could raise health concerns for individuals sensitive to air pollution. The pollutant of concern is ozone.

Children, adults, and individuals with lung diseases, including asthma, should limit prolonged or intense physical activity outdoors, according to officials.

The general public is less likely to be affected unless AQI values rise above 151. New Yorkers who experience a sore throat, coughing, headache, watering eyes, or are out of breath should stay indoors.

The announcement comes as officials warn that wild

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