The major pollutants in haze that causes a great amount of harm to our health are the particles that are smaller than 2.5 micrometers. The effect of haze on one’s health can be related to the acuteness of haze and how long one is exposed to them. During the period, the quality of air drops down to very low when there the period of haze is prolonged. During the period, one has to take a very good care and proper precautions to avoid the side effects it can have on their health.
Here are some of the means through which one can protect them from haze.
Get regular updates on local air quality: One of the best means for getting updates on the local air quality is to seek them from the advisories. There are some websites that provide regular updates
Avoid smoking indoor and also limit the use of gas stove, wood fireplaces, candles and anything that emits smoke: In an enclosed area, when there is an emission of smoke from burning sources, they may not move out and might get trapped internally. Such an effect for a prolonged period can cause hazard.
Use respirators instead of surgical masks when you have to go out: While you are outside, use respirators instead of surgical masks as they seal better and stop polluted air entering your nose and mouth. They will also have filters that remove fine dust particles from haze. Even when you are indoors, when you find haze related conditions, using respirators is recommended.
Precautions to be taken while driving and when you have to go out during haze:
Sometimes, during emergencies, you may not be in a position to avoid going out or driving during haze. The following precautions can help you in avoiding the danger you might encounter due to haze.
• When the visibility is very poor due to haze, you may want to avoid driving and use public transport.
• Do not speed up.
• Drive at the speed that is suitable for the road