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Mold and heat closed Pittsburgh-area schools – an expert explains the risks to kids
- Mold closed schools in at least four southwestern Pennsylvania districts.
- Early September heat moved 35 Pittsburgh Public Schools buildings to remote learning.
- A 2025 statewide study found environmental hazards, including mold, lead and radon, are widespread in Pennsylvania schools.
- Mold can release irritants linked to immediate and long-term health effects, while high indoor temperatures can increase heat-related illness risks.
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Mold and heat closed Pittsburgh-area schools – an expert explains the risks to kids
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