DHEC providing Daily Ozone Forecast

Ozone season began April 1, marking the start of daily forecasts for ground-level ozone from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). High concentrations of ozone can create breathing problems, especially for children, people with asthma or other respiratory problems, and adults who work or exercise outdoors. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ozone can also cause tree and crop damage. High ozone concentrations generally occur on hot, sunny days when the air is stagnant. Mobile sources of air pollution, such as cars, trucks, and lawn equipment, contribute to more than half of South Carolina’s ozone levels. To get the daily South Carolina Ozone forecast, simply visit DHEC’s website at www.scdhec.gov/ozone.