Northeast News
June 6, 2011

Monday, June 6, is an “Ozone Alert!” and three area transit agencies are ready to offer discounts.

The Metro, The JO and Unified Government Transit will be offering $0.75 bus rides to promote healthy air quality.

Motor vehicle emissions are the greatest contributor to ozone pollution in greater Kansas City. By riding the bus instead of driving, people can help reduce the amount of ozone in the air. The Metro will offer $0.75 bus rides during all Ozone Alerts! between June 1 and Sept. 30.

Ozone Alerts! are issued when ground level ozone reaches high levels. These levels are dangerous for people with respiratory problems, as well as for healthy adults and children playing, working and exercising outdoors. Since automobiles produce more than one-third of the emissions associated with ground level ozone, reducing driving is a good way to help improve air quality.

To plan the day’s commute by bus, call the Regional Call Center, (816) 221-066- between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. or visit www.kcata.org to look up routes and schedules. The ozone forecast is available at (913) 383-7557 or at www.marc.org.