Exposure to fires and smoke can increase rates of anxiety and depression. June 8, 2023, 5:57 PM ET 5 minute read Smoke from the record-breaking Canadian wildfires continues to blanket much of the Northeast and impact air quality. Plumes of smoke composed of fine particles and toxic gases can negatively impact our physical health, causing damage to the lungs and heart and aggravating underlying conditions, such as asthma. However, experts have said that thick fog and foggy conditions, such as those seen in areas like New York City, can also…
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What to know about the dangers of wildfire smoke and particulate matter
Smoke from wildfires from Canada has clouded much of the Northeast, leaving millions of Americans exposed to unhealthy levels of particulate matter. Here’s what you need to know about the dangers of wildfire smoke and why it’s so toxic to your health. What is considered a dangerous level of air quality? Air quality is measured by the Environmental Protection Agencies Air Quality Index (AQI), which ranges from 0 to 500. A higher level indicates a higher level of pollution and health concern. Levels below 100 are generally considered safe. Unhealthy…
Read MoreSmoke from Wildfires: How to Minimize Health Risks | Cnn
Cnn Millions of people across the US are on air quality alerts as smoke from Canadian bushfires wafts along the East Coast. Some schools in New York and Washington are canceling outdoor activities and airports are experiencing delays or ground stops due to poor visibility. Smoking can also cause health problems such as breathing difficulties, burning eyes, dizziness, headaches or nausea. Doctors say people whose symptoms are getting worse should get medical attention. Here’s what they want everyone to know about staying healthy and avoiding problems when the air is…
Read MoreEven healthy adults are at risk from smoke from Canadian wildfires: Experts
Meter From Jesse O’Neill June 7, 2023 | 1:56 pm Even healthy, fit adults would do well to stay indoors and take it easy as plumes of smoke from wildfires choke the air with an eerie orange haze over the New York City area, according to experts. Thick clouds descending from Quebec are expected to hang over the city for days, releasing countless dangerous particles into the air, doctors say. While children, the elderly, pregnant women and those with respiratory problems should heed Mayor Eric Adams’ advice and stay indoors…
Read MoreToxic smoke from Canadian wildfires could impact the health of millions of people in the United States
Wildfires in the United States and Canada, fueled by record heat and drought, could seriously impact the health of millions. Smoke from wildfires in several Canadian provinces, including Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia, has led to air quality alerts in several Midwestern, Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states. Also, the fires in Michigan and New Jersey they created thick fog and thick smoke. Inhaling toxic smoke and ash from fires could cause damage to the body, including the lungs and heart, and even weaken our immune systems, experts said. “The smoke from…
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