Keep Sparky away from Smokey! New York City’s air was officially deemed more polluted than any other major world city in the world on Wednesday as thick smoke from wildfires burning hundreds of miles away in Canada crept into the city for a second day. As smoke clouds are set to continue to choke much of the Northeast through … Read more
Four Big Apple zoos closed Wednesday and animals were moved indoors — as a hazardous orange haze of wildfire smoke suffocated the city, officials said. The Bronx, Central Park, Queens, and Prospect Park zoos shuttered at 3 p.m. for the safety of staffers and critters as unhealthy air pollution levels spiked, officials said. “We have been … Read more
New York’s air quality reached the worst levels in roughly 40 years Wednesday — and the trouble caused by the waves of smoke coming down from Canadian wildfires is not set to end anytime soon. The smoke and haze is expected to get slightly better in the coming days, before clearing Sunday. Here is the … Read more
It’s like something out of a dystopian movie. An orange blanket has fallen over New York City after “dangerously high levels of wildfire smoke” descended from Canada into the metro area, transforming Manhattan’s vibrant skyline into a dark and gritty scene. Times Square, Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building and other popular attractions are now cloaked … Read more
Even fit and healthy adults would be wise to stay inside and take it easy as plumes of wildfire smoke choke the air with an eerie orange haze in the New York City area, according to experts. Thick clouds wafting down from Quebec are expected to remain over the city for days, releasing “countless” dangerous … Read more
While the burning blaze of wildfires is an obvious threat, wildfire smoke can also be hazardous as it makes outdoor air nearly unbreathable. The harmful nature of wildfire smoke comes from the microscopic particles it contains. According to the EPA, the particles find their way into your eyes and respiratory system, which can cause health problems such as burning … Read more