India: Plane Takes Off Amid Dense Fog at Delhi Airport

Dense fog over the past several days has continued to disrupt air and rail travel across parts of India, with conditions peaking on Monday, December 29, when Delhi’s IGI Airport saw 128 flight cancellations, dozens of delays, and several diversions as visibility dropped to around 125 meters. Fog has affected airports across north and eastern India and delayed many trains, prompting weather authorities to issue orange alerts for Delhi-NCR and nearby states and warn of continued disruption into the New Year. This video was filmed from inside a plane taking off from Delhi’s IGI Airport amid dense fog on December 29, 2025.

Pakistan: Karachi Blanketed by Fog and Smog, Flights Diverted, Motorcyclist Killed

On Sunday morning, December 21, dense fog and “very unhealthy” air pollution (AQI 215–282) blanketed Karachi, disrupting flights with six international services diverted to Muscat and Islamabad, while poor visibility and road conditions caused a fatal motorcycle accident and led to temporary highway closures in other parts of Pakistan.

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

Smog Covers City On Cold Winter Morning - India

A Layer of smog engulfs the city on a cold winter morning, in Ajmer, India on 19 December 2025. Photo by Himanshu Sharma/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

Milad Tower is barely visible as cars drive through thick smog and dust particles on a road in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

A cat sits on a concrete ledge as thick smog and dust particles envelop the city and its buildings in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

A woman records the city with her phone as other people sit on benches and look at the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in a park in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

A woman records the city with her phone as other people sit on benches and look at the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in a park in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

Milad Tower is barely visible as cars drive through thick smog and dust particles on a highway in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution in Tehran

Air Pollution in Tehran

People sit on benches and look at the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in a park in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A flagpole is barely visible as thick smog and dust particles envelop the city and its buildings in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Air Pollution - Tehran

Air Pollution - Tehran

A view of the city and its buildings enveloped by thick smog and dust particles in Tehran, Iran, on November 24, 2025. Although Monday (November 24) was a public holiday in Iran, the pollution lingered, and the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as "dangerous for all members of society," which led to restrictive traffic measures and the closure of schools, universities, and offices for the following two days. Photo by Yar/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

India: Air Quality Plummets in Delhi Following Diwali Celebrations

Air quality in Delhi worsened after Diwali on October 20, as fireworks filled the night sky with smoke and haze. Reports indicated it was the city’s worst post-Diwali pollution in four years.

US: Smoke From Wildfires Blankets Central Washington Sky Amid Red Flag Warning

Wildfires, including the Labor Mountain Fire and Lower Sugarloaf Fire, have raged in Chelan County, central Washington, as of Thursday, September 25. Smoke from the fires covered the sky in Wenatchee. A Red Flag warning was in effect due to strong winds and dry conditions, prompting authorities to expand Level 3 evacuation areas due to the blazes.

US: Las Vegas Wakes Up to Hazy Skies as California Wildfire Smoke Blankets Region

Smoke from fires across the West and Canada is causing potential health risks for people across the U.S. A smoke alert was issued for the Las Vegas Valley as a result of California wildfires, the Clark County Division of Air Quality announced on Tuesday, August 5. This video filmed on Friday morning, showing a hazy sky over Las Vegas.

US: Monroe Canyon Fire in Utah Burns Over 63,000 Acres, Several Evacuation Orders Lifted

The Monroe Canyon Fire, which has burned more than 63,000 acres continued to rage in Sever County, Utah, as of Tuesday, August 5. Evacuation orders for several areas have been lifted, allowing residents to return to their homes.

US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston 2

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. This video shows a hazy sunrise over Boston caused by the drifting smoke on Tuesday morning, August 5.

US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England on Sunday, August 3, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. Hazy sky was seen over Boston during sunrise due to the smoke in this video.

US: Monroe Canyon Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, ‘Go Now’ Evacuations in Effect

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, a two-week-old wildfire, has grown to over 30,000 acres as of Tuesday, July 29. Level 3, "Go Now" evacuations have been ordered in some areas due to the fire.

US: Lake Spokane Fire in Washington Prompts Level 3 Evacuation Orders

The Lake Spokane Fire broke out in Stevens County, near Spokane in Washington on Saturday, July 19, and spread to more than 2,300 acres as of Monday. Level 2 and 3 evacuation orders were in place for the immediate area.

US: Forsyth Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, Burning Nearly 14,000 Acres

The Forsyth Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire, continued to rage in Washington County, southwestern Utah, scorching nearly 14,000 acres as of Thursday, July 10. Thick smoke from the fire was seen rising above the St. George and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and air quality.

UK: Roads Closed as ‘Extremely Serious’ Wildfires Rage in Scottish Highlands and Moray

'Extremely serious' wildfires raged in Highland and neighbouring Moray in Scotland as of Monday, July 1. Several road closures remained in place, and members of the public were urged to avoid travelling to the areas impacted.

Greece: Wildfire Erupts in Laconia, Very High Fire Risk Continues in Peloponnese

Wildfires raged in several places in the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece, where a very high risk of forest fires is still predicted. On Monday, June 23, a wildfire erupted in the agricultural forest area in Karavostasi, Laconia, prompting residents to be on alert.

Canada: Emergency Declared as Wildfire Rages in Squamish, B.C. 2

A wildfire burning in Squamish, British Columbia, approximately 45 kilometers north of Vancouver, has grown to over 20 hectares by Wednesday morning, June 11. The district has declared a state of emergency, and about 100 properties are under an evacuation.

Canada: Emergency Declared as Wildfire Rages in Squamish, B.C.

A state of emergency was declared as the Dryden Creek wildfire continued to burn in Squamish, British Columbia, prompting expanded evacuation alerts and a full campfire ban.

US: Haze Blankets New York Due to Ongoing Canadian Wildfires

More than 200 wildfires continue to burn across Canada, sending smoke into several U.S. states, including the East Coast. Air quality alerts remained in effect for some areas, especially near the Canadian border.

Canada: Wildfires Rage Across Manitoba, Blanketing Skies in Smoke

More than 200 wildfires continued to burn across Canada as of Friday, June 6, prompting nationwide air quality alerts as smoke drifts into the U.S. In Manitoba, over 20 fires, including several that are "out of control," forced approximately 19,000 people to evacuate their homes.

Illustration - Vin Gironde

Illustration - Vin Gironde

FRANCE. GIRONDE (33) SUNSET LANDSCAPE AND SMOG IN BORDEAUX WINEYARD Photo by Jean-Bernard Nadeau/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

UK: Peak District Wildfire Continues Near Errwood Reservoir, Roads Closed, Residents Warned

A wildfire continued near Errwood Reservoir in Peak District National Park as of Thursday, May 1. The fire, which started the day before, led to road closures and warnings for nearby residents to keep windows shut.