Newcastle has recorded its best air quality for winter in four years according to the latest air quality results.
The Winter Air Quality report captured data between June 1 and August 31 this year, shows there were no days recorded where pollution levels didn't spike over the national limits.
Wet weather over winter has helped to damp down dust particles.
However, Environment Protection Authority Acting Director for the Hunter, Karen Marler says the air quality is expected to get worse as we head into summer.
"Air quality in Newcastle is generally very very good, but as we move into Summer of course we get warmer and dryer conditions, so we can see increases in particle levels in the air," she said.
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| EPA Acting Hunter Director Karen Marler |
