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Pollution warning issued for Mon Valley residents

Air Quality Alert Issued For Mon Valley Area Today And Tomorrow
Air Quality Alert Issued For Mon Valley Area Today And Tomorrow 00:23

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A heads up for residents in the Mon Valley - an air pollution warning has been issued for Saturday and Sunday.

The Allegheny County Health Department issued the alert this morning -- saying the pollution levels exceeded the standard limit at one of the monitoring stations.

Sensitive groups like young children, the elderly, and those with respiratory problems should be mindful of their outdoor activity during this time.

Update 5:00 p.m. - Oct. 23, 2022

The air pollution warning will remain in effect through at least Monday, the Allegheny County Health Department said via a statement Sunday afternoon.

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