RED DEER, Alta. – The Alberta government is spending about $800,000 to improve air- quality monitoring in the Red Deer area.
A national study last fall found particulate levels in the region exceeded federal guidelines.
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The levels weren’t considered to be health threats, but environment minister Shannon Phillips promised quick action at the time.
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The money will allow for a new monitoring station in Red Deer and a more detailed analysis of particles in the air.
Fine particulates are thought to come from industrial sources, coal-fired power generation and vehicles.
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