Vernon under another dust advisory
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Vernon is no stranger to dust advisories, data from the provincial environment ministry shows. Continue reading
Air Quality
Air quality statement issued for Toronto warning of ‘high levels’ of pollution Saturday
Environment Canada said light winds and overall calm conditions have resulted in high levels of air pollution in northern and eastern parts of the city. Continue reading
3 B.C. towns had some of the worst air quality in the world during last year’s wildfires: report
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
During a stretch last summer, smoke was so thick in Prince George leading to dark skies in the middle of the day. Continue reading
Special air quality statement lifted for Edmonton area
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Environment Canada said a strong inversion has trapped air with higher urban pollution levels near the surface. Continue reading
First-of-its-kind study reveals Kelowna has plenty of room for improvement
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
It may be succeeding on the economic front but when it comes to social components, the city of Kelowna has some improving to do. Continue reading
Poor air quality advisory ended for Edmonton region
An air quality statement issued for several communities in and around the Edmonton area on Sunday morning was lifted on Monday. Continue reading
California’s wildfire smoke could lead to long-term health problems
Experts say wildfire smoke could have serious long-term consequences in California, especially for children, the elderly and people with cardiovascular issues. Continue reading
Air quality advisory ends for Lavington
Changing weather patterns will improve air quality over area. Continue reading
New Delhi is engulfed in smoggy air that’s 10 times worse than what’s ‘permissible’
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
India’s capital has been enveloped by poor air quality as people prepare to celebrate Diwali. Continue reading
473 patients notified of air quality issue at Misericordia Hospital
The standards of positive air pressures were not adequately maintained during some surgical and obstetrical procedures done at the Misericordia Hospital earlier this year. Continue reading