The sign at Citizens National Bank, 201 N. Main St., Lima, shows temperatures hitting 98 degrees Monday afternoon. A series of hot days are forecasted throughout this week.
David Trinko | The Lima News
LIMA — The Allen County Emergency Management Agency has issued an ozone alert for Thursday, June 20 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
To reduce ozone production, the EMA encourages carpooling; bike riding; parking vehicles in shaded areas; not mowing lawns until after the alert period; getting gas in the early morning or after 6 p.m.; and avoiding cooking out over charcoal during the alert period.
“In high concentrations, ozone may irritate the respiratory system causing throat irritation, coughing and/or difficulty in breathing. Our lungs’ ability to supply our bodies with oxygen is reduced. This is particularly a concern for children, asthmatics and other sensitive individuals,” according to Allen County’s EMA website.
