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Summer is the perfect time to travel but the heat and emissions make it one of the worst seasons for air pollution. To help make the air cleaner for everyone in your community we offer three simple tips to keep in mind when you travel this summer. 1 - Refuel when it's cool - Refueling during cooler periods of the day or in the evening can prevent gas fumes from heating up and creating ozone. And that can help reduce unhealthy air days. 2 - Don't top off the tank - Topping off your gas tank releases gas fumes into the air, which cancels the benefits of the pump's anti-pollution devices. Stopping short of a full tank deeps gas off of you and reduces pollution. 3 - Use less gas - Not idling, maintaining your car, keeping your tires properly inflated and buying or renting a low emission and fuel-efficient car will help you use less gas, save money and reduce air pollution. And don't forget to spread the word. It all adds up to cleaner air. Visit www.italladdsup.gov to learn more