Vaucluse still on red alert, vigilance for residents

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After a day of strong exposure on Wednesday, in Vaucluse, level 1 alert for PM10 fine particles is extended, on this Thursday, January 2, 2025. This pollution, described as “combustion” type by AtmoSud, is aggravated by stable weather conditions which prevent the dispersion of pollutants.

Restrictions to limit emissions

Faced with this situation, the prefecture of Vaucluse has implemented measures to reduce the impact of human activities on air quality:

• Reduced speed on the roads: the maximum speed of vehicles is lowered by 20 km/h. Speed ​​and anti-pollution controls will be reinforced to ensure compliance with this limitation.
• Prohibition of certain work: activities using non-electric tools (mowers, hedge trimmers, etc.) are suspended.
• Limits on agriculture: it is prohibited to spread mineral and organic fertilizers during the alert.
• Call to limit travel: individuals are encouraged to reduce their journeys and favor less polluting modes of transport.

Recommendations for vulnerable residents

The authorities recommend that vulnerable people (children, elderly people or people suffering from respiratory or heart problems) reduce their physical activitiesespecially outdoors. If you experience any discomfort, it is advisable to consult a pharmacist or doctor.

A hope of improvement thanks to the western flow

According to AtmoSud, the organization responsible for monitoring air quality, the situation could improve in the coming days with the arrival of a westerly flow.

However, this improvement remains uncertain in the Vaucluse and Bouches-du-Rhône areas, where emissions linked to domestic heating and road traffic remain a concern.

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