Day: April 10, 2015

    Here are some things you can do to stay safe in the smog and minimise your exposure when air pollution levels are high: Take special care if you have asthma While it’s a good idea for everyone to avoid air pollution, the worst immediate effects are on people with pre-existing conditions. Pollution can trigger asthma attacks, even if it hasn’t done so before for you. Make sure you have your inhaler with you if you use one. Get out of inner London Pollutions levels drop to safer levels past Highgate in the north and Brixton in the south. If you want to spend the day outside, high pollution days might be a good time to visit Hampton Court or go for a walk up the River Lea. Avoid going outside at rush hour Pollution in London tends to be highest at rush hour because tha...