Phillies-Mets game moved up an hour due to air quality alert
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets game on Thursday night at Citizens Bank Park has been moved up by one hour, starting at 6:10 p.m. ET instead of 7:10 p.m. ET due to air quality concerns.
- The change was announced amid a Code Red Air Quality Alert for the Philadelphia area caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires, which will last until midnight.
- Gates for Third Base/Left Field will open at 5:10 p.m., while all other gates will open at 5:40 p.m.
- Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities, especially strenuous ones, with vulnerable groups like those with respiratory issues, the elderly, and children urged to stay indoors.
- If outdoor exposure is necessary, wearing an N95 mask is recommended to help filter harmful smoke particles.
