High lead levels found in North Minneapolis - regulator

 

High levels of airborne lead particles and other heavy metals have been detected in North Minneapolis, Minnesota, by state environmental regulators. Health officials said the pollution may have long-term impacts for nearby residents and workers.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) reported"violations of the state standard for particles" in an industrial section of North Minneapolis. Air monitors installed near the Northern Metals recycling plant along the Mississippi River in 2013 and 2014 now show that heavy metal presence in the area is cause for concern, the agency said.