Air Pollution

• Smoke from Ontario forest fires triggers air quality warning in south of province

  The weather agency said the smoke from the forest fires in northern Ontario is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the southern parts of the province.

  Weather

  Jul 26
• Wildfire smoke leads to air quality statement for much of Alberta

  An air quality statement has been issued for much of Alberta, including Edmonton, due to smoke from the wildfires burning across British Columbia.

  Health

  Jul 15
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• Wildfire smoke leads to air quality alert for parts of Manitoba, including Winnipeg

  Young children, the elderly, pregnant women and those with heart and lung conditions are at the most risk.

  Weather

  Jul 6
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• The particles, gases and organisms in wildfire smoke — and what they mean for your health

  Wildfire smoke is a complex, ever-changing brew of particles, gases and even living creatures. Scientists are trying to figure out what the mix means for long-term human health.

  Health

  Jun 5
• Ontario asks public to report pollution online through website

  The province says the new website allows users to upload photos, videos and audio clips to help staff assess the situation.

  Health

  May 19
• Sarnia-born children more likely to develop asthma than those from London, Windsor: Lawson study

  The study looked at 114,427 children born in the three cities between April 1993 and April 2009, and tracked them over a period of 10 years.

  Health

  May 4
• New study finds COVID-19 lockdown made Montreal’s air cleaner

  Fewer cars on the road meant better air quality in Montreal.

  Environment

  Feb 9
• Wildfires take over from industry as major source of cancer-causing air toxins: study

  Polycyclic aromatic compounds (PAHs) are created during burning of everything from oil to wood to cigarettes, and many are carcinogenic.

  Environment

  Dec 14, 2020
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• U.S. wildfire smoke has exposed millions to hazardous air pollution, analysis shows

  The smoke has caused emergency room visits to spike and potentially thousands of deaths among the elderly and infirm.

  Environment

  Oct 15, 2020
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• Greenhouse gases soar to new record despite coronavirus lockdowns: UN

  A sharp drop in daily emissions amid coronavirus lockdowns earlier this year had little lasting effect on the build-up of climate-warming carbon dioxide.

  Environment

  Sep 9, 2020