Crete: particle forecast prompts advice for sensitive groups
The region forecasts slightly elevated PM10, mainly in Heraklion and Chania, peaking on November 14 and gradually easing on November 15.
Crete’s regional authority has issued preventive advice for people with respiratory problems, people with heart disease and children with respiratory problems, following a forecast of slightly elevated airborne particles, mainly in Heraklion and Chania.
The November 13 announcement forecasts an increase from early Saturday, November 14, a peak during that day and gradual easing on Sunday, November 15.
The authority places the forecast at the first information level. The recommendation applies to those sensitive groups: reduce intense activity, particularly outdoors. It is not an announcement of measured concentrations throughout the island.
No precise expiry time is stated. The service is monitoring air quality and says further information will follow if needed.
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