The National Weather Service reported an air quality alert at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday in effect until Thursday at midnight for Middlesex and Mercer counties.

"The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Wednesday for Middlesex and Mercer counties in New Jersey," says the weather service.

Guidance for air quality alerts: Insights from the weather service

When an air quality alert pops up on the radar, deciphering its implications is crucial. These alerts, issued by the weather service, come with straightforward yet essential guidance to ensure your safety:

Retreat indoors whenever feasible:

If it's within your means, stay indoors, especially if you have respiratory issues, health concerns, or fall within the senior or child demographics

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