Why was a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day declared in Allegheny County?

A Code Orange Air Quality Action Day was declared due to fine particulate matter in the air, particularly in the Liberty-Clariton area.

What precautions should be taken on a Code Orange Air Quality day?

On a Code Orange day, young children, the elderly, and those with respiratory problems should limit outdoor activities, and residents should reduce air pollution by limiting fireplace and stove use and avoiding burning materials.

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Air Quality Alert Issued for Allegheny County

Q: What areas were affected by the Code Orange Air Quality Action Day in Allegheny County?

The Liberty-Clariton area, including Clairton City, Glassport Borough, Liberty Borough, Lincoln Borough, and Port Vue Borough, was affected by the Code Orange Air Quality Action Day.

31 Jan

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Summary

Code Orange Air Quality Action Day declared for Saturday, January 31.
Fine particulate matter is the primary pollutant in Liberty-Clariton.
Vulnerable groups are advised to limit outdoor exposure and reduce pollution.

Air Quality Alert Issued for Allegheny County

On Saturday, January 31, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for specific areas within Allegheny County. This declaration was prompted by elevated levels of fine particulate matter. The affected zone primarily encompasses the Liberty-Clariton area, which includes Clairton City, Glassport Borough, Liberty Borough, Lincoln Borough, and Port Vue Borough. A significant temperature inversion in the morning contributed to the fine particulate matter concentration reaching code orange levels. Although afternoon conditions were expected to improve, air quality was projected to remain at the code orange threshold.