Trenton, N.J. – Much of New Jersey will face unhealthy air conditions on Sunday, with state officials warning sensitive groups to limit outdoor activity as ozone levels rise.
According to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, a Code Orange Air Quality Alert will be in effect all day Sunday, June 29, for at least ten counties, including Monmouth, Camden, Ocean, Cumberland, and Cape May. The alert means air pollution could reach levels dangerous to children, seniors, and people with asthma or heart and lung conditions.
Communities along the coast—including Atlantic City, Toms River, and Cape May—are especially vulnerable due to stagnant air and increased sunlight, both of which can trap ground-level ozone. Inland areas like Camden, Vineland, and Mount Holly are also under the advisory, with elevated pollution expected until sunset.
Health officials recommend staying indoors during peak afternoon hours, avoiding strenuous outdoor exercise, and using air conditioning or air purifiers where possible. Public transportation and carpooling can also help reduce emissions during high ozone days.
This is New Jersey’s second Code Orange alert this June, signaling a pattern of worsening summer air quality tied to rising temperatures and vehicle emissions.
More alerts may be issued early next week depending on evolving conditions.
