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local2 years ago

"Governor Shapiro Launches Investigation into Plum House Explosion"

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has ordered the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to launch an investigation into the house explosion in Plum that killed six people and caused extensive damage. The DEP will search for methane in the soil and structures, inspect unconventional well sites, and investigate pipelines in the area. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, but residents have raised concerns about gas drilling and mining activities in the area. The National Transportation Safety Board has not yet indicated whether it will investigate the incident.

via TribLIVE|
#department-of-environmental-protection#gov-josh-shapiro#investigation
environment2 years ago

"Code Orange Air Quality Alert Declared Statewide in Pennsylvania for Monday"

The Department of Environmental Protection has declared a statewide Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for Monday in Pennsylvania due to smoke from Canadian wildfires impacting air quality. Young children, older residents, and those with respiratory problems are advised to limit outdoor activities. The fine particulate matter causing the Air Quality Action Day can come from various sources, including construction sites, fields, and fires, with power plants and vehicles being major contributors. To mitigate the impact, people are encouraged to avoid open burning and the use of gas-powered lawn and garden equipment.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#air-quality#canadian-wildfires#code-orange
environment2 years ago

"Code Red Air Quality Alert Issued Across Pennsylvania and West Virginia"

Thursday has been declared another Code Red Air Quality Action Day in Pennsylvania due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, with air pollution concentrations deemed unhealthy for the general population. Sensitive groups, including those with respiratory problems, children, and seniors, are advised to limit outdoor activity. The Department of Environmental Protection encourages residents to reduce fine particulate matter air pollution by avoiding open burning and the use of gas-powered lawn equipment. Winds are expected to shift, helping to transport the smoke out of the area.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#canadian-wildfires#code-red-air-quality#department-of-environmental-protection
environment2 years ago

"Canadian Wildfires Blanket Pittsburgh in Smoke, Triggering Air Quality Alerts in Western Pennsylvania"

Skies in Pittsburgh are being filled with smoke from Canadian wildfires, prompting a Code Red air quality alert from the Department of Environmental Protection. The alert advises young children, older individuals, and those with respiratory issues to avoid outdoor activities, while others should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. The smoke has made visibility difficult and is expected to result in very unhealthy air quality levels, potentially leading to the closure of public places. However, conditions are forecasted to improve by Thursday.

via CBS Pittsburgh|
#air-quality#canadian-wildfires#code-red-alert
environment2 years ago

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Continues to Impact Northeastern U.S. Air Quality

Hazy skies have returned to New Jersey due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires. Air quality levels are expected to remain moderate throughout Sunday and Monday. The wildfires have burned through nearly 12 million acres of Canadian forests since April. The Department of Environmental Protection said the hazy skies are not expected to cause air quality to plummet to the dangerous levels New Jersey saw earlier this month.

via NJ.com|
#air-quality#canadian-wildfires#department-of-environmental-protection