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NASA Shares Worrying Images Of US East Coast Engulfed By Smoke From Canadian Wildfires
The air quality index measures PM2.5, less than 2.5 microns particles, to determine the intensity of air pollution in cities.
Cal Fire’s predictions didn’t foresee the Altadena inferno. Now it’s changing its fire-hazard maps
The vast majority of homes destroyed in the Eaton fire were outside of Cal Fire's "very high" fire hazard severity zones, yet ...
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How wildfire smoke is poisoning cities months after skies clear
In a nutshell A single day of wildfire smoke can contribute over 20% of toxic pollutants that accumulate on urban surfaces ...
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Officials provide latest update as wildfire survives Friday night rain
Crews will remain on scene throughout the night to ensure containment efforts continue. At this time, there are no active ...
Contra Costa County lifts shelter in place order triggered by Martinez refinery fire
Contra Costa County officials have lifted a shelter-in-place order that was placed after a fire erupted Saturday at the ...
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Should I Cancel My Trip to Los Angeles?
Locals share how to be a responsible and respectful traveler when visiting Los Angeles in the wake of the devastating fires.
How satellites and AI help fire crews fight wildfires
NOAA satellites paired with AI data analysis also generate alerts but over a wider area. They can detect heat signatures, map ...
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Air Quality Alert issued as wildfire smoke impacts Western N.C.
The North Fork Fire in McDowell County has burned an estimated 200 acres in an area of heavy tree damage from Hurricane Helene. This has lead to higher smoke production that is now impacting air ...