Millions Across Texas Told to Avoid Using Cars, Drive-Through Lanes [Video]

People in the San Antonio area of Texas have been urged to find alternatives to using their cars because of high levels of ozone air pollution.

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) issued an Ozone Action Day for Wednesday, saying “atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air pollution.”

It said: “You can help prevent ozone pollution by sharing a ride, walking or riding a bicycle, taking your lunch to work, avoiding drive-through lanes, conserving energy and keeping your vehicle properly tuned.”

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This is one of at least two times this month that Texans have been asked to stop driving their cars. El Paso residents were urged to help with high ozone levels for a few days on August 1.

It is possible that Thursday may be another Ozone Action Day for Texas. If this is the case, the TCEQ will issue a notice by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

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