21/05/2019
Smoke from planned hazard reduction burns being undertaken by fire agencies and land managers this week will settle in parts including the Greater Sydney, Southern Highlands, Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Newcastle and Wollongong regions.
Forecast light winds and stable conditions, along with forecast overnight inversions will see localised smoke from these burns settle in some areas over the next few days, particularly today in the south west of Sydney, the Central Coast and Newcastle.
NSW Health reminds people that children, older adults and people with heart and lung conditions are most susceptible to the effects of air pollution and excessive smoke.
If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities if smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice.
Thank you.
