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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Field - Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 02, 2025. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on December 02. 2025, Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh - Dhaka

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 30, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on November 30, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh - Dhaka

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 30, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on November 30, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh - Dhaka

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 30, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on November 30, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh - Dhaka

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 30, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on November 30, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh - Dhaka

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 30, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on November 30, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh - Dhaka

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 30, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year, on November 30, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India: Smog Engulfs Delhi, Air Quality Deteriorates 3

Delhi experienced its first dense fog of the season on Wednesday, November 13, causing zero visibility. The air quality had already been classified as very poor since Tuesday, disrupting flights to and from the city.

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India: Smog Engulfs Delhi, Air Quality Deteriorates 2

Delhi experienced its first dense fog of the season on Wednesday, November 13, causing zero visibility. The air quality had already been classified as very poor since Tuesday, disrupting flights to and from the city.

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India: Smog Engulfs Delhi, Air Quality Deteriorates

Delhi experienced its first dense fog of the season on Wednesday, November 13, causing zero visibility. The air quality had already been classified as very poor since Tuesday, disrupting flights to and from the city.

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Bangladesh

Smoke is emitting from the chimneys at a brick factory on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2024. These brick factories are contributing to heavy air pollution in Bangladesh. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution is responsible for the deaths of an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka Becomes 2nd Most Polluted City - Bangladesh

Residents are riding on a rickshaw as dust is covering the road in Dhaka, Bangladesh on September 19, 2024. Dhaka has ranked 2nd on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 158 at 9:05am on Thursday morning. Thursday’s air was classified as ‘unhealthy’, according to the air quality index. Photo by Mehedi Hasan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dhaka's Brick Factories - Bangladesh

Smoke billows from the chimney of a brick factory in Keraniganj, southwest of Dhaka, Bangladesh,January 29,2024. Dhaka remains one of the most polluted cities globally, with construction debris, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions, and brick kilns identified as significant contributors to air pollution. The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) rates Bangladesh as one of the most polluted countries in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year. Photo by Habibur Rahman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rising air pollution brings in restrictions in Delhi

STORY: Rising air pollution brings in restrictions in Delhi SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 23, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 26, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:17 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the air pollution in New Delhi STORYLINE: Restrictions on movement of vehicles and construction activities were once again imposed in Delhi on Saturday in view of rising air pollution levels. The state's Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that air quality index (AQI) in the national capital had entered into "severe" category, restrictions on movement of traffic and construction activities were hence imposed. The federal government's Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) ordered a ban on non-essential construction work and plying of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers in Delhi and its surrounding National Capital Region (NCR) amid worsening AQI in the region. An AQI of 447 was recorded in Delhi which comes under the "severe" category, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showe

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Restrictions lifted as air quality improves in Indian capital

STORY: Restrictions lifted as air quality improves in Indian capital SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 29, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of traffic STORYLINE: Indian capital experienced a notable improvement in air quality on Wednesday owing to light rainfall and increased wind speeds. The Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped from 365 on Tuesday at 8 a.m. to 258 by Wednesday at 9 a.m. The authorities revoked the Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the entire National Capital Region (NCR), which resulted in the relaxation of bans on specific types of vehicles in Delhi, and nearby surrounding areas of Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Budh Nagar. Earlier actions, initiated by the government on Nov. 2, involved halting various pollution-causing activities, such as construction and mining. However, with these restrictions now lifted, there might be a restart of these activities

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Primary schools in India's Delhi to remain closed as air pollution worsens

STORY: Primary schools in India's Delhi to remain closed as air pollution worsens SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 5, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 6, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:27 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of closed primary schools 3. various of air pollution 4. various of water spray to control air pollution STORYLINE: All primary schools in India's Delhi will stay closed till Nov. 10 in the wake of rising air pollution levels in and around the national capital, announced Delhi's Education Minister Atishi Marlena on Sunday. The minister said that while primary schools will remain shut, the option of taking online classes has been given to the teachers of Grade 6-12. "As pollution levels remain high, primary schools in Delhi will stay closed till Nov. 10. For Grade 6-12, schools are being given the option of shifting to online classes," posted the minister on X (formerly known as Twitter). The overall air quality index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 482 on Sunday, which is

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India bans sports events in New Delhi due to air pollution

STORY: India bans sports events in New Delhi due to air pollution SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 4, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 5, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:30 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of New Delhi 3. various of stubble burning 4. various of traffic STORYLINE: Local government in India's Delhi has banned all zonal sports tournaments and events as the Air Quality Index (AQI) reached the severe plus category level. According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR), an institute monitoring air pollution, the overall AQI of Delhi was recorded at 504 on Friday, which fell into the "severe plus" category, the highest alert level of air quality. The prominent pollutants are PM 2.5 and PM 10. In its advisory, SAFAR has urged everyone to avoid all physical activity outdoors, wear anti-pollution masks, avoid burning wood, candles or incense, and clean rooms to reduce dust. On Thursday, the government invoked Stage III of the pollu

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Indian capital grapples with severe pollution

STORY: Indian capital grapples with severe pollution SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 2, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:33 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of air pollution in New Delhi 3. various of construction sites STORYLINE: New Delhi, the capital of India, is once again facing a severe pollution crisis. The air quality index (AQI) breached the 400 mark in some areas of the city on Thursday, signifying "severe" air pollution and posing significant health risks. A graded response action plan was put in place to tackle the problem. The measures included a ban on non-essential construction activities across Delhi NCR (National Capital Region). Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from New Delhi. (XHTV)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CANADIAN WILDFIRES-AIR POLLUTION

(230701) -- NEW YORK, July 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Buildings are blanketed in haze from Canadian wildfires in New York, the United States, on June 30, 2023. Much of New York State will continue to be under air quality health advisory on Saturday, according to a release on Friday by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The whole state has been under the advisory from Wednesday to Friday due to impacts of haze and smoke from Canadian wildfires. The air quality was ranked as unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups on Friday with air quality index (AQI) value topping 160 in New York City. (Xinhua/Liu Yanan)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CANADIAN WILDFIRES-AIR POLLUTION

(230701) -- NEW YORK, July 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man wearing a face mask takes a walk in a park as the skyline of Manhattan is blanketed in haze from Canadian wildfires, in New York, the United States, on June 30, 2023. Much of New York State will continue to be under air quality health advisory on Saturday, according to a release on Friday by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The whole state has been under the advisory from Wednesday to Friday due to impacts of haze and smoke from Canadian wildfires. The air quality was ranked as unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups on Friday with air quality index (AQI) value topping 160 in New York City. (Xinhua/Liu Yanan)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CANADIAN WILDFIRES-AIR POLLUTION

(230701) -- NEW YORK, July 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The skyline of Manhattan is blanketed in haze from Canadian wildfires, in New York, the United States, on June 30, 2023. Much of New York State will continue to be under air quality health advisory on Saturday, according to a release on Friday by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The whole state has been under the advisory from Wednesday to Friday due to impacts of haze and smoke from Canadian wildfires. The air quality was ranked as unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups on Friday with air quality index (AQI) value topping 160 in New York City. (Xinhua/Liu Yanan)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CANADIAN WILDFIRES-AIR POLLUTION

(230701) -- NEW YORK, July 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The skyline of Manhattan is blanketed in haze from Canadian wildfires, in New York, the United States, on June 30, 2023. Much of New York State will continue to be under air quality health advisory on Saturday, according to a release on Friday by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The whole state has been under the advisory from Wednesday to Friday due to impacts of haze and smoke from Canadian wildfires. The air quality was ranked as unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups on Friday with air quality index (AQI) value topping 160 in New York City. (Xinhua/Liu Yanan)

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Ottawa's air quality worsens to "very high risk" due to forest fires

STORY: Ottawa's air quality worsens to "very high risk" due to forest fires DATELINE: June 26, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:36 LOCATION: Ottawa CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of views of Ottawa STORYLINE: Ottawa's air quality deteriorated on Sunday, reaching a "very high risk" level of 10+ on the federal air quality index. According to Environment Canada, smoke from forest fires in Quebec has moved into the area, causing a decline in air quality. In response to the poor air quality, organizers at two major festivals in Ottawa canceled events. The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival closed one day earlier, and the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival canceled all paddling events. The City of Ottawa also canceled its outdoor programs and closed wading pools and outdoor pools. Quebec's forest fire agency is currently fighting more than 80 fires in the province, with 25 out of control. Several municipalities have had to evacuate in recent days due to the fires. The situation remains critical and residents are advi

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Wildfire smoke makes air quality poor in Ottawa

STORY: Wildfire smoke makes air quality poor in Ottawa DATELINE: June 7, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:44 LOCATION: Ottawa CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the parliament 2. various of the Wellington Street 3. various of the Ottawa River 4. various of the Champlain Bridge 5. forecast map animation 6. screen shot of Environment Canada Air Quality Index 7. letter to parents of students in West Quebec schools on air quality STORYLINE: As wildfires blazed in western Quebec and northern Ontario near Ottawa, the air quality of Canada's capital city was so bad that it cracked through the top of a risk scale on Tuesday. Environment Canada warned that forest fires may keep the air dangerous to human health through most of the week. The city was officially at a 10+ on Environment Canada's Air Quality Health Index Tuesday morning, which is its highest level and the highest among Canada's major cities. This meant the general public should reduce or reschedule strenuous outdoor activities, and people at risk of ser

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Air pollution in Beijing

BEIJING, China - A woman wears a mask while riding a bicycle in Beijing on Jan. 15, 2015, as the Chinese capital chokes in its worst smog of the year. The website of the U.S. Embassy in Beijing said its air quality index had hit as high as 545. A reading above 300 is considered hazardous.

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Air pollution in Beijing

BEIJING, China - A Beijing resident wears a mask while walking in the Chinese capital on Jan. 15, 2015, as the city chokes in its worst smog of the year. The website of the U.S. Embassy in Beijing said its air quality index had hit as high as 545. A reading above 300 is considered hazardous.