DEP issues air quality Code Red for Pennsylvania due to Canada wildfire smoke
Wind is blowing smoke from multiple wildfires burning in Canada down toward our region Wednesday, with few impacts on air quality.
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Wind is blowing smoke from multiple wildfires burning in Canada down toward our region Wednesday, with few impacts on air quality.
Over 27 million acres of land have burned across Canada since the start of the 2023, marking the country's worst wildfire season on record.
Smoke originating from wildfires in Canada has drifted into the Northeast to produce hazy skies Thursday into the weekend.
Scientists warn such routine-altering weather events are more likely to continue disrupting daily life as the planet warms, creating the ideal environment for more severe and frequent wildfires.
A "Code Orange" air quality alert means the air is unhealthy for sensitive grounds and anyone with breathing problems is recommended to stay inside Sunday until the air clears up.
CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Tammie Souza reports.
The Philadelphia health commissioner says while the worst of the smoke pollution is over it's not gone and people should remain cautious.
CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole about air quality concerns.
The fires, which are still burning, have brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans.
Philadelphia's air quality is much better Saturday compared to Friday, but there may be a risk to some people who have heightened sensitivities to air pollution.
This week, our region dealt with poor air quality, a historic Pride parade in Media brought hundreds of people together to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, and scientists say they are making progress to get the invasive spotted lanternfly under control.
As smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through Philadelphia, here's what masks doctors recommend you should wear to protect yourself.
Since the smoky conditions took over our region, medical experts have said sensitive groups like children or those with asthma will feel the worst impact. Pregnant women are also in that category.
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
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Virtua Health pulmonologist Dr. Eric Sztejman says calls for respiratory distress and chest pain increased due to the smoke.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Jasmine Payoute reports from Retro Fitness on Spring Garden Street.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole explains how wildfire smoke can impact your health.
Ross DiMattei reports from 30th Street Station.
Philadelphia is currently in the most hazardous air quality category as smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through the region.
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Conditions are expected to get worse throughout the evening. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Bill Kelly reports.
Flights at Philadelphia International Airport are experiencing delays due to low visibility amid smoke from the Canadian wildfires.
Grab the sunglasses and extra layers for Thursday. It will be seasonably cool in the mid to upper 40s and mostly sunny.
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Grab the sunglasses and extra layers for Thursday. It will be seasonably cool in the mid to upper 40s and mostly sunny.
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By 3 p.m. Wednesday, light showers will break out across the Philadelphia region.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
After rain moved through the Delaware Valley, with even some snow across the Lehigh Valley and Poconos, the precipitation will move out for most of the second half of the day.
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