DAYTON, Ohio — An air quality alert has been issued for parts of southwestern Ohio for Tuesday, June 3.

The alert is for Clark, Darke, Greene, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby counties.

The alert was issued by the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission alongside the Regional Air Pollution Control Agency. Temperatures are forecasted to be in the mid-to-upper 80s according to the National Weather Service. 

The air quality index for Tuesday is at 105.

Any reading at 101 or higher are considered "unhealthy for sensitive groups." Officials said the general public is unlikely to be affected, but older adults, children and those with respiratory or cardiac diseases should avoid prolonged or heavy extertion.

Steps to take to help avoid contributing to the air quality index include:

• Avoid driving if possible: Vehicle emissions cause almost 50% of ground-level ozone
• Refuel vehicles in the evening to help avoid gasoline vapors contributing to smog
• Limit use of gasoline-powered equipment such as lawnmovers, chainsaws, power trimmers and shredders
• Mow lawns in the evening