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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Austin area for Friday, June 18, 2021.

Atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air pollution in the Austin area on Friday. You can help prevent ozone pollution by sharing a ride, walking or riding a bicycle, taking your lunch to work, avoiding drive-through lanes, conserving energy, and keeping your vehicle properly tuned.

For more information on ozone:

Ozone: the Facts

EPA Air Now

Take Care of Texas

Capital Area Council of Governments Air Quality

CLEAN AIR Force of Central Texas

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