An air quality alert has been issued for New York City and Long Island due to the potential impact of smoke from a wildfire ...

Don’t smoke. Though exercising outdoors can usually be a great way to stay healthy, the 101-150 range on the Air Quality Index is probably the highest level at which it remains safe to do so.

It's always encouraged to avoid breathing in smoke, and remember the air quality still may be unsafe even if you do not smell smoke.

The red-level air quality index (AQI) category—covering values from 151 to 200 ... symptoms like coughing or throat irritation when air quality dips into the red range. Those with asthma are advised ...

The red-level air quality index (AQI) category—covering values ... or throat irritation when air quality dips into the red range. Those with asthma are advised to follow their health action ...