Do any areas in North Carolina violate federal air quality standards?
No areas in North Carolina currently violate federal clean air standards, but that could change under a new ozone standard that EPA adopted in July 1997. The new ozone standard is much more restrictive, and state air quality officials estimate that more than half of North Carolina’s residents live in counties that are likely to exceed the standard of 0.08 ppm. Air quality officials hope the Ozone Action Program will help the state minimize public exposure to ozone and comply with the new standard. What are some examples of actions people can take to reduce ozone levels? Generally, people can help reduce ozone by conserving energy, which also can save them money. That means driving less, car pooling, riding buses or other public transportation, and walking or cycling. Other things people can do include: keeping vehicles tuned up; waiting until after 6 p.m. to refuel their cars; avoiding mowing their lawns on high-ozone days; and setting their air-conditioner thermostats at higher temper
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