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fromEarth911
1 hour ago

Plan Ahead for Extreme Air Conditions

Residents in many regions of the U.S. must now prepare for fire season. As the fires grow larger and multiple fires burn simultaneously, air quality becomes an issue.
Environment
#pollution
Chicago
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mystery as major US city is flooded with toxic chemicals in the air

Chicago experienced alarmingly high air pollution levels, raising concerns over public health.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

It's not your imagination, air quality in Boston is getting worse

Air quality in Boston is worsening, influenced by climate change and unprecedented smoke from wildfires.
NYC parents
fromsilive
3 weeks ago

N.Y. weather: Unhealthy levels of this pollutant prompt NYC air alert

New York City faces extended air quality issues due to elevated ozone levels affecting sensitive populations.
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Six People Presumed Dead After Private Jet Crashes In San Diego Neighborhood | KQED

Chicago
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mystery as major US city is flooded with toxic chemicals in the air

Chicago experienced alarmingly high air pollution levels, raising concerns over public health.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

It's not your imagination, air quality in Boston is getting worse

Air quality in Boston is worsening, influenced by climate change and unprecedented smoke from wildfires.
NYC parents
fromsilive
3 weeks ago

N.Y. weather: Unhealthy levels of this pollutant prompt NYC air alert

New York City faces extended air quality issues due to elevated ozone levels affecting sensitive populations.
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Six People Presumed Dead After Private Jet Crashes In San Diego Neighborhood | KQED

#wildfires
Canada news
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Americans in 3 states told to stay indoors TODAY

Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused air quality emergencies in Michigan, Minnesota, and South Carolina.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Recent Canadian wildfires are record-breaking and will threaten US air quality for days

Severe early-season wildfires in Canada have led to widespread evacuations and deteriorating air quality across eastern North America.
Canada news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Canada wildfires force 17,000 to evacuate, with smoke blowing toward U.S.

The Manitoba wildfires have led to the largest evacuation in the province's history, prompting a state of emergency.
Canada news
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Americans in 3 states told to stay indoors TODAY

Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused air quality emergencies in Michigan, Minnesota, and South Carolina.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Recent Canadian wildfires are record-breaking and will threaten US air quality for days

Severe early-season wildfires in Canada have led to widespread evacuations and deteriorating air quality across eastern North America.
Canada news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Canada wildfires force 17,000 to evacuate, with smoke blowing toward U.S.

The Manitoba wildfires have led to the largest evacuation in the province's history, prompting a state of emergency.
#environmental-policy
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Republicans Kill California's Right to Clean Its Air

California loses its air quality standards as Congress revokes its authority, signaling a major shift in environmental policy under Trump-era Republicans.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Senate Republicans vote to revoke California's right to set its own tailpipe pollution rules

Senate revokes California's authority to set stricter tailpipe pollution standards, undermining climate initiatives.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Republicans Kill California's Right to Clean Its Air

California loses its air quality standards as Congress revokes its authority, signaling a major shift in environmental policy under Trump-era Republicans.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Senate Republicans vote to revoke California's right to set its own tailpipe pollution rules

Senate revokes California's authority to set stricter tailpipe pollution standards, undermining climate initiatives.
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago

xAI Colossus pollution concerns in Memphis continue

I stand firm that nothing matters if you cannot breathe clean air, drink clean water, and plant in clean soil.
Toronto startup
#public-health
NYC parents
fromHealthbeat
3 weeks ago

Here's what's happening in New York public health this week

Health risks from wildfire smoke in New York are heightened for vulnerable populations.
A new Covid variant detected in NYC does not pose an increased threat compared to previous strains.
New York City
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

Study Lists America's Dirtiest Cities, And NYC's Ranking Leaves Many People Scratching Their Heads

House Fresh's study reveals shocking results about the dirtiest cities, proving common assumptions wrong.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Environmental Justice Groups Sue Over Louisiana Law Censoring Air Pollution Data

State law restricts sharing of unapproved air pollution data, impacting community health initiatives.
NYC parents
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

10m Americans told to stay indoors TODAY over air quality emergency

New York City issues an air quality alert due to elevated ground-level ozone, urging residents to stay indoors to avoid health risks.
Europe politics
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Experts reveal number of deaths avoided if we cut carbon emissions

Poor air quality may cause over half a million premature deaths annually in Europe by 2050 due to toxic air from greenhouse gas emissions.
NYC parents
fromHealthbeat
3 weeks ago

Here's what's happening in New York public health this week

Health risks from wildfire smoke in New York are heightened for vulnerable populations.
A new Covid variant detected in NYC does not pose an increased threat compared to previous strains.
New York City
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

Study Lists America's Dirtiest Cities, And NYC's Ranking Leaves Many People Scratching Their Heads

House Fresh's study reveals shocking results about the dirtiest cities, proving common assumptions wrong.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Environmental Justice Groups Sue Over Louisiana Law Censoring Air Pollution Data

State law restricts sharing of unapproved air pollution data, impacting community health initiatives.
NYC parents
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

10m Americans told to stay indoors TODAY over air quality emergency

New York City issues an air quality alert due to elevated ground-level ozone, urging residents to stay indoors to avoid health risks.
Europe politics
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Experts reveal number of deaths avoided if we cut carbon emissions

Poor air quality may cause over half a million premature deaths annually in Europe by 2050 due to toxic air from greenhouse gas emissions.
#xai
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

NAACP urges halt to Musk's smog-belching Colossus DC

The NAACP urges local authorities to suspend xAI's datacenter operations due to violations of the Clean Air Act related to air quality concerns.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

xAI is facing a lawsuit for operating over 400 MW of gas turbines without permits | TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

NAACP urges halt to Musk's smog-belching Colossus DC

The NAACP urges local authorities to suspend xAI's datacenter operations due to violations of the Clean Air Act related to air quality concerns.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

xAI is facing a lawsuit for operating over 400 MW of gas turbines without permits | TechCrunch

#sadiq-khan
#public-safety
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Smoke visible from Benicia refinery fire, prompts shelter-in-place order

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Smoke visible from Benicia refinery fire, prompts shelter-in-place order

#new-york-city
New York City
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Wildfire smoke from New Jersey may affect NYC air quality, officials say

Wildfire smoke from southern New Jersey is expected to affect NYC air quality, prompting health advisories.
#saharan-dust
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 weeks ago

Red haze over the Sunshine State: Massive Sahara dust plume jolts Florida with dangers and dramatic skies

A massive Saharan dust plume is approaching Florida, raising health concerns.
Health experts warn of respiratory risks due to fine particulate matter.
Air quality alerts have been issued for affected regions across the Caribbean.
Miami food
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Fast-moving airborne threat approaching US triggers public health

A large Saharan dust cloud is moving toward Florida, raising potential health risks due to poor air quality.
fromSustainable Bus
3 weeks ago

London reaches 2,000 zero emission buses, making over 20% of TfL fleet - Sustainable Bus

The shift to a fully zero-emission bus fleet is projected to cut carbon emissions by five million tonnes over two decades while enhancing urban air quality.
London food
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

How healthy is your home? Ultrahuman's newest device will tell you

Ultrahuman Home aims to integrate environmental awareness into personal health by continuously monitoring air quality, light, and noise, enabling informed decisions for healthier living.
Wearables
#wildfire-smoke
Upper West Side
fromNBC New York
3 weeks ago

Will Canadian wildfire smoke impact NYC area? Air quality alerts likely Wednesday

Ground-level ozone pollution is becoming a health concern in the tri-state area, affecting sensitive groups.
Upper West Side
fromNBC New York
3 weeks ago

Will Canadian wildfire smoke impact NYC area? Air quality alerts likely Wednesday

Ground-level ozone pollution is becoming a health concern in the tri-state area, affecting sensitive groups.
Miami food
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Apocalyptic aerial hazard the size of US barrels toward Florida

A vast Sahara dust plume is traveling across the Atlantic, with health warnings for respiratory issues in affected areas.
#bay-area
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Sunday Links: Person Rescued After Falling From Cliff Along Batteries to Bluffs Trail

At least 31 Palestinians were killed and over 150 wounded Sunday when Israeli forces reportedly opened fire on crowds approaching an aid distribution site in southern Gaza, according to health officials and witnesses.
East Bay (California)
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

King Charles has banned these two household items from Buckingham Palace

According to the cleaner, one item in particular has been included on the banned list for years; so-called disposable wet wipes.
UK politics
Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A single mom earned $300,000 but felt California was still unaffordable. Now, she owns a home while still sending her daughter to private school.

Ebonye Zeno moved from Los Angeles to Albuquerque for affordable housing and better air quality.
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Air quality monitoring suspended at national parks

The program collects data on levels of harmful air pollutants, including ozone and particulate matter, at the 63 national parks in the United States.
US news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Lewisham area ranks among the UK's worst areas for air quality

In 2024, Bromley recorded worrying levels of air pollution, consistently exceeding the WHO's recommended limits, notably peaking at 14.6g/m in November due to several contributing factors.
London politics
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Cycling in City of London rises by more than 50%

Cycling in London increased over 50% in two years, reflecting a significant shift in commuting habits.
Chicago
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Glitch on Apple Weather and Google Shows Scary Air Quality in Chicago

The air quality readings in Chicago were falsely reported as dangerously unhealthy due to a glitch in popular weather apps.
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