The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Westchester, Rockland. until midnight EST Sunday night. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of Fine Particulates. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale. The higher the AQI value, the greater the health concern. When pollution levels are elevated, the New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so New York residents can stay informed on the air quality situation. The toll free number is 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Action Day for the following counties: Bergen, Eastern Passaic, Hudson, Essex, Union until 9 PM EST this evening. An Air Quality Action Day means that Fine Particulates within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For additional information, please visit the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Web site at http://www.njaqinow.net

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Action day for Particulate Matter (PM2.5). Sensitive individuals, including those with heart or lung disease, the elderly, and the young should limit strenuous activities and the amount of time active outdoors. Levels of fine particulates will rise into the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) category in isolated areas of northeastern and southern portions of New Jersey today due to wildfire smoke transport from localized wildfires throughout the state. A low pressure system is expected to pass through the region later today, bringing rain showers and southwesterly winds. Additionally, ozone will remain good statewide. An Air Quality Advisory means that air quality within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For more information on current and forecast concentrations of ground-level ozone and fine particulates, visit www.airnow.gov or www.state.nj.us/dep/airmon/ or call the New Jersey Bureau of Air Monitoring at 609-292-0138.

Southwest winds gusting to 15 to 20 mph, relative humidity as low as 30 to 40 percent, and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread this afternoon for all of Southeast New York. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. * WHERE. Long Island Sound west of the Orient Point and the Connecticut River, and New York Harbor. * WHEN. From midnight tonight to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 feet expected. * WHERE. Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 nm. * WHEN. From 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE. The Atlantic coastal waters adjacent to New Jersey and Delaware. * WHEN. From 1 PM this afternoon to noon EST Monday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS. An additional period of Small Craft Advisory conditions is possible late Monday night into Tuesday night. However, expect at least a 12 hour lull in wind speeds between these two events.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Westchester, Rockland. until midnight EST Sunday night. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of Fine Particulates. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale. The higher the AQI value, the greater the health concern. When pollution levels are elevated, the New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so New York residents can stay informed on the air quality situation. The toll free number is 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5.

Southwest winds gusting to 15 to 20 mph, relative humidity as low as 30 to 40 percent, and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread Sunday afternoon for all of Southeast New York. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts.