First Photochemical Oxidant Alert Issued This Fiscal Year

"Breaking News ""Gunma Prefecture"".

By AI of ""Isesaki FM"".

On the afternoon of the 21st, the prefecture issued its first photochemical oxidant warning of the year. The affected areas are three regions: the western part of the prefecture, including Maebashi and Shibukawa, Takasaki and Fujioka, and the southeastern part of the prefecture, including Isesaki and Tamamura.

Photochemical oxidants are substances produced by chemical reactions in the atmosphere, and tend to increase especially on days with strong sunlight, raising concerns about their impact on health. When a warning is issued, it is recommended to refrain from outdoor exercise and to immediately wash your face and gargle if you feel any irritation in your eyes or throat."