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Bayville residents report a growing number of dead birds on the beach, raising fears of an avian flu outbreak. The Department of Environmental Conservation says avian flu is widespread on Long Island and cannot retrieve every carcass. Public guidance emphasizes avoiding contact with dead birds and using gloves, masks, triple-bagging, and sanitation for disposal, as locals call for testing and a coordinated response.
The Department of Environmental Conservation has issued a ground-level ozone warning for the lower Hudson Valley region in New York, which includes Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Ulster, and Sullivan counties. The advisory is in effect through Saturday, and the primary sources of ground-level ozone are automobile exhaust and out-of-state emission sources. Ozone is a colorless gas that can produce hazy skies and reduce visibility in high concentrations. The federal Environmental Protection Agency has provided guidelines for staying indoors during poor air quality, including keeping windows and doors closed, using air filters, and having N95 masks on hand. The air quality health advisory has been extended through Saturday, with most of the Capital Region and Hudson Valley categorized as "unhealthy."