MOORHEAD — An air quality alert has been issued for central and northwestern Minnesota Monday morning, Jan. 9, which will remain in effect through noon Tuesday, Jan. 10.
Air quality is expected to reach orange, which is unhealthy for sensitive groups, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Light winds combining with moisture from melting snow will trap fine particulate pollution in the air, though air quality is expected to gradually improve Tuesday afternoon as winds increase.
Areas affected by the alert include the Twin Cities area, St. Cloud, Moorhead, East Grand Forks, Alexandria, Brainerd, Hinckley and the tribal nations of Upper Sioux, Leech Lake, Red Lake and Mille Lacs.
People in sensitive groups are encouraged to reduce outdoor physical activities, take more breaks or do less intense activities to reduce their exposure while the alert is in effect.
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People with asthma should follow their asthma action plan and keep their rescue inhaler nearby.
Anyone experiencing health effects related to poor air quality should contact their health care provider. Those with severe symptoms, chest pain, trouble breathing or who fear they may be experiencing a heart attack or stroke should call 911 immediately.
Visit www.pca.state.mn.us/air-water-land-climate/current-air-quality-conditions for information on current air quality.
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