State air quality alert

Elevated levels of dust in the air over metro Tucson has prompted the state to issue an air quality advisory for the area.

The state has issued a "high pollution advisory" for the Tucson area due to excessive dust levels in the air. Children and those with breathing issues are urged to limit outdoor activity. South wind of 5 to 13 mph will become west southwest in the afternoon.

High: 102

Low: 67


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