Southern California’s wildfire smoke is full of toxic chemicals. Here are the major health risks to residents
Toxins in wildfire smoke can cause coughing, itchy eyes, and trouble breathing. It can also cause inflammation of the lungs, ...
Dense fog alert: Zero-visibility in parts of Delhi NCR, AQI ‘severe’; IGI airport issue advisory
The dense fog comes amid a deteriorating Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi-NCR. The overall AQI of Delhi at 6:05 am on Friday ...
As wildfires burn in LA, what to know about protective masks
Certain masks are effective in protecting against wildfire smoke — but only if they are fitted and worn properly.
In Los Angeles, people snap up air filters and wear masks against smoke pollution
People are taking precautions as multiple wildfires cause poor air quality across a wide swath of Los Angeles County.
Railway improvements promises high price tag, huge benefits for Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Rep. Chris Deluzio joined Massachusetts Sen. Edward Markey to introduce the All Aboard Act, a bill that would ...
L.A. Air Is Unsafe to Breathe — Here's How to Protect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke
As wildfires throughout Los Angeles remain uncontained, the resulting smoke poses a significant health risk to people in ...
Qualitative research highlights community-driven strategies for cleaner air
In Boyle Heights, a predominantly Hispanic/Latino neighborhood, residents face disproportionate exposure to toxic air ...
Southern California fire weather expected to linger. What does that mean for air quality?
After the fires get under control, wind could help push some particles out of the air, as will gravity with some larger compounds. Gases and fine particles could hang around longer. In burned areas, ...
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Air pollution caused by AI tech could lead to 1,300 U.S. deaths annually by 2030, researchers say
Air pollution that is emitted from centers that are being opened all over the U.S. could result in as many as 1,300 early deaths each year by 2030. “When we talk about the costs of AI ...
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Air Pollution: Here's Why And How To Detox Your Lungs
Air Pollution: Wear a mask to restrict exposure to pollutants Infections and chronic lung conditions like asthma can all be caused by or made worse by poor air quality. The danger is higher for ...
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Sierra Leone student tackles toxic air pollution
"I wanted to save others from dying of lung and respiratory disease due to air pollution... by manufacturing a prototype electric vehicle," Samba said. Worldwide, an estimated 4.2 million ...