On Saturday at 3:45 p.m. an air quality alert was reported by the National Weather Service in effect until Monday at midnight for Western Chester, Eastern Chester, Western Montgomery, Eastern Montgomery, Upper Bucks and Lower Bucks as well as Delaware and Philadelphia counties.

"The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission has issued a code orange air quality alert Sunday for The Philadelphia Metro area," according to the weather service.

Air quality alerts: Recommendations from the weather service

When an air quality alert pops up on the radar, deciphering its implications is crucial. These alerts, issued by the weather service, come with straightforward yet essential guidance to ensure your safety:

Seek shelter indoors when possible:

If possible, remain indoors, especially if yo

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