US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfire Returns, Prompts Air Quality Alert

Smoke from Canadian wildfires returned to the Upper Midwestern and parts of New England of the U.S. on Monday, August 11. An Air Quality Alert was issued for the region. This video shows a hazy sunrise in Cambridge, MA.

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: Boston Sky Turns Hazy Due to Wildfire Smoke from Canada

Wildfire smoke from Canada has blanketed the Upper Midwestern and Northeastern United States, including New England. The smoke created hazy skies across these regions, but conditions are expected to improve as shifting winds help to disperse the haze.

US: Canada Wildfire Smoke Pushes Air Quality in New York to Unhealthy Level

Smoke from Canadian wildfires continued to blanket parts of the U.S. Northeast on Tuesday, August 5, triggering hazardous Air Quality Alerts from the Great Lakes to New York City.

US: Smoke from California’s Gifford Fire Blankets Las Vegas Valley

Smoke from California’s Gifford Fire, which has burned over 65,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest, drifted into the Las Vegas Valley, reducing visibility and leaving a strong smell of smoke. The blaze, only 3% contained, is expected to keep haze over the area until Tuesday. This video shows hazy sky over Las Vegas Monday morning, August 4.

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: 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.

Canada: Smoke from Wildfires Blankets Skies in Newfoundland and Labrador

As wildfires continue to burn across Saskatchewan and Manitoba, smoke from the blazes created hazy skies in Newfoundland and Labrador on May 5. So far, the fires have scorched more than two million hectares (4.9 million acres), forcing over 33,000 people to evacuate in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta

Canada: Smoke from Wildfires Blankets Skies in Newfoundland and Labrador 2

As wildfires continue to burn across Saskatchewan and Manitoba, smoke from the blazes created hazy skies in Newfoundland and Labrador on May 5. So far, the fires have scorched more than two million hectares (4.9 million acres), forcing over 33,000 people to evacuate in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Brings Gusty Winds And Heavy Rainfall Ahead Of Landfall

Typhoon Krathon was expected to make landfall in Kaohsiung at midday on October 3. Before its formal arrival, it had already brought gusty winds and heavy rainfall, causing damage that included downed trees and flooding in various cities. Nearly 5,000 households in Kaohsiung were experiencing power shortages. This video shows the high waves along the coast of Pingtung County.

US: Smoke From Wildfires Creates Hazy Sky Over Las Vegas Valley

Smoke from wildfires in California and the Davis Fire in Reno spread and created hazy conditions in the Las Vegas Valley on Wednesday, September 11. The Clark County Division of Air Quality issued a smoke alert, advising residents to stay indoors due to poor air quality.

US: Smoke From Wildfires In Southern California Turns Sky Orange Over San Bernardino County

A trifecta of wildfires, the Line Fire, Bridge Fire, and Airport Fire in Southern California, sent plumes of smoke into the region, creating smoky and hazy conditions. Smoke from wildfires turned the sky orange over San Bernardino County on Tuesday, September 10.

China: Sandstorm Sweeps Through Village In Hebei, Causing Hazy Sky

On June 11, 2024, residents of Xilitun Village in Hengshui, Hebei Province faced a severe sandstorm that made it difficult to keep their eyes open. This video shows a person riding an electric scooter and roadside trees dramatically swaying amid powerful winds. The Hengshui Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and strong winds, with gusts reaching level 8 or higher. The filmer Ms. Sun remarked that, as she filmed, she felt pity for the farmers braving the bad weather to harvest the wheat by the roadside.

India: Massive Dust Storm Batters Mumbai Causing Casualties, Damage 5

A massive dust storm hit Mumbai on Monday, May 13, turning the sky dark, bringing strong winds, and suspending flights at the airport. In the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar, several people were killed, and dozens were injured after a large billboard fell onto a crowd during the storm.

India: Massive Dust Storm Batters Mumbai Causing Casualties, Damage 6

A massive dust storm hit Mumbai on Monday, May 13, turning the sky dark, bringing strong winds, and suspending flights at the airport. In the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar, several people were killed, and dozens were injured after a large billboard fell onto a crowd during the storm.

India: Massive Dust Storm Batters Mumbai Causing Casualties, Damage 3

A massive dust storm hit Mumbai on Monday, May 13, turning the sky dark, bringing strong winds, and suspending flights at the airport. In the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar, several people were killed, and dozens were injured after a large billboard fell onto a crowd during the storm.

India: Massive Dust Storm Batters Mumbai Causing Casualties, Damage 4

A massive dust storm hit Mumbai on Monday, May 13, turning the sky dark, bringing strong winds, and suspending flights at the airport. In the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar, several people were killed, and dozens were injured after a large billboard fell onto a crowd during the storm.

India: Massive Dust Storm Batters Mumbai Causing Casualties, Damage 2

A massive dust storm hit Mumbai on Monday, May 13, turning the sky dark, bringing strong winds, and suspending flights at the airport. In the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar, several people were killed, and dozens were injured after a large billboard fell onto a crowd during the storm.

India: Massive Dust Storm Batters Mumbai Causing Casualties, Damage

A massive dust storm hit Mumbai on Monday, May 13, turning the sky dark, bringing strong winds, and suspending flights at the airport. In the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar, several people were killed, and dozens were injured after a large billboard fell onto a crowd during the storm.

Indonesia: Ruang Volcano’s April 30 Eruption

Mount Ruang erupted for a second time in two weeks on Tuesday, April 30. Early morning footage show the volcano spewing a tall column of red orange lava high into the sky.

Indonesia: Volcanic Smoke Shrouds Skies After Mount Ruang Eruption 3

Mount Ruang erupted for a second time in two weeks on Tuesday, April 30, spewing ash almost 2 kilometers into the sky. This video shows smoke from the volcano covering the sky of Manado, North Sulawesi.

Indonesia: Volcanic Smoke Shrouds Skies After Mount Ruang Eruption 2

Mount Ruang erupted for a second time in two weeks on Tuesday, April 30, spewing ash almost 2 kilometers into the sky. This video shows smoke from the volcano covering the sky of Manado, North Sulawesi.

Indonesia: Volcanic Smoke Shrouds Skies After Mount Ruang Eruption

Mount Ruang erupted for a second time in two weeks on Tuesday, April 30 spewing ash almost 2 kilometers into the sky. This video shows the sky shrouded in volcanic smoke in North Minahasa Regency.

China: Dust Devil Spotted In Shuozhou, Shanxi

A dust devil was spotted in Shuozhou, Shanxi on April 16. According to Mr. Guo, who filmed the video, the dust devil lasted for about a minute or two and sent trash up into the sky. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

Ukraine: Dust From Sahara Desert Covers Kyiv Sky

Kyiv was covered with a cloud of dust brought from the Sahara Desert on Tuesday, April 2.

Yellow sand observed in Japan

Yellow sand observed in Japan

TOKYO, Japan - The Tokyo sky becomes hazy on May 2, 2011, as yellow sand is observed across a wide area of Japan, and for the first time this year in the capital. The sand is believed to have been carried from deserts in China by westerly winds.

Tokyo Sky Tree reaches 497 meters high

Tokyo Sky Tree reaches 497 meters high

TOKYO, Japan - The Tokyo Sky Tree tower, under construction but already the tallest building in Japan, appears in the hazy sky. The new communications tower has reached the height of 497 meters, the peak of the main building body beneath an antenna for digital broadcasting.

Total lunar eclipse above Beijing's Forbidden Palace

Total lunar eclipse above Beijing's Forbidden Palace

A total lunar eclipse is shown in the hazy night sky above the Forbidden Palace of Beijing's Palace Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on April 4, 2015. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Yellow sand observed in Japan

Yellow sand observed in Japan

TOKYO, Japan - The Tokyo sky becomes hazy on May 2, 2011, as yellow sand is observed across a wide area of Japan, and for the first time this year in the capital. The sand is believed to have been carried from deserts in China by westerly winds. (Kyodo)

Tokyo Sky Tree reaches 497 meters high

Tokyo Sky Tree reaches 497 meters high

TOKYO, Japan - The Tokyo Sky Tree tower, under construction but already the tallest building in Japan, appears in the hazy sky. The new communications tower has reached the height of 497 meters, the peak of the main building body beneath an antenna for digital broadcasting. (Kyodo)