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.

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

Environmental Pollution In Bangladesh

October 02, 2025, Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh: Birds swarm over a massive dumpyard on the outskirts of Dhaka, where mountains of waste and heavy machinery dominate the landscape. The landfill, a major source of environmental pollution, threatens nearby habitats and forces birds to forage dangerously close to toxic waste. To free up space, the city authorities often resort to burning solid waste, according to garbage collectors, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen compounds, ammonia, sulfides, and other hazardous gases into the air, not to mention the foul smell that envelops an area of at least three-square kilometres. Environmental experts warn that CH₄ emissions significantly contribute to global warming by trapping atmospheric heat. Furthermore, the black smoke produced from burning waste exacerbates air pollution, posing serious health risks to residents. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

France: Massive Tire Fire Sends Toxic Smoke Over Nice and Airport

Thick toxic smoke covered Nice’s west side and the airport overnight after a tire warehouse and several cars caught fire late Thursday, August 14. Around 80 firefighters responded, evacuating nearby residents and closing roads while battling the blaze, which was brought under control in the early hours. No injuries were reported, though residents described a strong, acrid smell and loud explosions.

Spain: Fire Breaks Out at Chemical Warehouse Near Seville 4

A fire broke out at a warehouse in Alcalá de Guadaíra, near the city of Seville, after an explosion on Wednesday afternoon, May 14. The fire, at the chemical products warehouse in the La Red industrial estate, forced 80,000 people to stay confined. The smoke coming from the fire was visible from municipalities located more than 80 kilometers away.

Spain: Fire Breaks Out at Chemical Warehouse Near Seville 3

A fire broke out at a warehouse in Alcalá de Guadaíra, near the city of Seville, after an explosion on Wednesday afternoon, May 14. The fire, at the chemical products warehouse in the La Red industrial estate, forced 80,000 people to stay confined. The smoke coming from the fire was visible from municipalities located more than 80 kilometers away.

Spain: Fire Breaks Out at Chemical Warehouse Near Seville 2

A fire broke out at a warehouse in Alcalá de Guadaíra, near the city of Seville, after an explosion on Wednesday afternoon, May 14. The fire, at the chemical products warehouse in the La Red industrial estate, forced 80,000 people to stay confined. The smoke coming from the fire was visible from municipalities located more than 80 kilometers away.

Spain: Fire Breaks Out at Chemical Warehouse Near Seville

A fire broke out at a warehouse in Alcalá de Guadaíra, near the city of Seville, after an explosion on Wednesday afternoon, May 14. The fire, at the chemical products warehouse in the La Red industrial estate, forced 80,000 people to stay confined. The smoke coming from the fire was visible from municipalities located more than 80 kilometers away.

Philippines: Ash Fall Across Sorsogon After Bulusan Volcano Eruption 2

Following the phreatic eruption of Mt. Bulusan (Bulusan Volcano) on Monday, April 28, ash fall was reported in some areas of Sorsogon. The PHIVOLCS has raised the alert level to 1.

Philippines: Alert Level Raised, Ash Fall Reported After Bulusan Volcano Eruption

Ash fall was reported in some areas in Sorsogon, Philippines, after the phreatic eruption of Mt. Bulusan (Bulusan Volcano) on Monday, April 28 The PHIVOLCS has raised the alert level to 1.

Costa Rica: Póas Volcano Eruptions Prompt Orange Alert

On Tuesday, April 8, during eruptions of Poas volcano in northern Costa Rica, plumes of ash reached a height of 1,500 meters. An orange alert was issued for surrounding areas due to gas and ashfall.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Raises Alert Level After Two Consecutive Ash Eruptions 2

After Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island spewed ash twice on Monday, December 2, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised its alert level to 2, stating it was monitoring a "possible major eruption."

Recap: Iceland Volcano Erupts For 7th Time In Year

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Wednesday night, November 20, marking its seventh eruption since last December. The eruption occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula, sending molten lava flowing toward the Blue Lagoon spa, a major tourist attraction.

Iceland: Volcano On Reykjanes Peninsula Erupts For 7th Time Since Last December 5

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Wednesday night, November 20, marking its seventh eruption since last December. The eruption occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula, sending molten lava flowing toward the Blue Lagoon spa, a major tourist attraction.

Iceland: Volcano On Reykjanes Peninsula Erupts For 7th Time Since Last December 4

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Wednesday night, November 20, marking its seventh eruption since last December. The eruption occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula, sending molten lava flowing toward the Blue Lagoon spa, a major tourist attraction.

Iceland: Volcano On Reykjanes Peninsula Erupts For 7th Time Since Last December 2

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Wednesday night, November 20, marking its seventh eruption since last December. The eruption occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula, sending molten lava flowing toward the Blue Lagoon spa, a major tourist attraction.

Iceland: Volcano On Reykjanes Peninsula Erupts For 7th Time Since Last December 3

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Wednesday night, November 20, marking its seventh eruption since last December. The eruption occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula, sending molten lava flowing toward the Blue Lagoon spa, a major tourist attraction.

Iceland: Volcano On Reykjanes Peninsula Erupts For 7th Time Since Last December

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted on Wednesday night, November 20, marking its seventh eruption since last December. The eruption occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula, sending molten lava flowing toward the Blue Lagoon spa, a major tourist attraction. This video captures the eruption as seen from an easyJet flight traveling from Luton, UK, to Reykjavík on Thursday.

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.

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.

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.

Indonesia: Mount Marapi Erupts, Widespread Ashfall Reported

Mount Marapi in West Sumatra erupted at 5:44 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, producing ashfall over large areas, including Bukittinggi and surrounding regions.

Indonesia: August 27 – Mount Lewotobi Volcanic Eruption

This video shows a volcano eruption of Mount Lewotobi in East Flores, Indonesia, on August 27, which has been going on since December 23, 2023.

Iceland: State Of Emergency Declared Due To New Volcanic Eruption

A new volcano erupted on Thursday, August 22, outside the town of Grindavík in southwestern Iceland, prompting a state of emergency to be declared. Roads were closed, and several areas, including the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, were forced to evacuate due to plumes of toxic gas.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne 6

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, west of Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne 5

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, west of Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne 7

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, west of Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne 4

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, west of Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne 3

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, western Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, western Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Australia: Chemical Explosion Sparks Factory Fire In Derrimut, Melbourne 2

A massive factory fire broke out following a large chemical explosion in Derrimut, western Melbourne, on Wednesday, July 10. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately, told to stay indoors and close all external doors and windows as toxic smoke spread throughout the area. This is a developing story as of writing.

Spain: Fire Erupts At Citubo Warehouse Near Ibiza Airport

A fire erupted at Citubo warehouse near the Ibiza airport on Tuesday, June 4. Ibiza airport operations weren’t not affected, but residents nearby were advised to stay indoor and close windows as the smoke might be toxic. The cause of the flame was still unknown, and there were no reports on injuries as of writing.

Germany: Toxic Plume Of Smoke Billows From Fire At Factory In Berlin-Lichterfelde

Fire broke out at a factory in Lichterfelde in Berlin on Friday, May 3, sending a plume of black smoke into the sky. Residents were advised to keep doors and windows closed due to toxic fumes as there were also chemicals in the burning factory.

Germany: Toxic Plume Of Smoke Billows From Fire At Factory In Berlin-Lichterfelde 2

Fire broke out at a factory in Lichterfelde in Berlin on Friday, May 3, sending a plume of black smoke into the sky. Residents were advised to keep doors and windows closed due to toxic fumes as there were also chemicals in the burning factory.

Canada: Fire Breaks Out At Building Under Construction In Halifax

A fire broke out at a building under construction in Halifax, Canada, on Tuesday, April 23, burning roofing materials and creating heavy toxic smoke. The blaze was extinguished in about an hour, and no injuries were reported.

Flames, smoke continue to emerge from massive landfill in Delhi

STORY: Flames, smoke continue to emerge from massive landfill in Delhi SHOOTING TIME: April 22, 2024 DATELINE: April 23, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:12 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of burning mounds of garbage 3. various of firefighting operations 4. various of traffic flow STORYLINE: Flames and columns of thick smoke continued to emerge from a massive landfill in the Indian capital city of New Delhi on Monday, officials said. Firefighting operations were underway and firefighters were splashing water on the burning mounds of garbage. The fire has continued at the colossal landfill site since it broke out on Sunday evening. Meanwhile, toxic fumes emanating from the landfill have left residents in the neighborhood to gasp for breath. While the cause of the fire remained undetermined, authorities have initiated legal proceedings against unidentified individuals in relation to the incident. According to the Delhi Fire Services department, the landfill caug

U.S. Ohio derailment leads to long-term environmental, health, legal concerns

STORY: U.S. Ohio derailment leads to long-term environmental, health, legal concerns DATELINE: Feb. 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:16 LOCATION: NEW YORK, U.S. CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ENTERTAINMENT SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): XIA LIN, Xinhua correspondent STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): XIA LIN, Xinhua correspondent "Local residents feared for their health and concerns have mounted about the environmental effect, after about 50 Norfolk Southern train cars, including at least 10 carrying hazardous materials, derailed on Feb. 3 in the Ohio village of East Palestine. No one was injured in the derailment that investigators said was caused by a broken axle. Fearful of a major explosion, the authorities have carved out an evacuation zone and carried out a controlled release of toxic fumes to neutralize burning cargo. 'Plumes of smoke, questions about dead animals, worries about the drinking water. A train derailment in Ohio and subsequent burning of some of the hazardous chemicals has people asking: How worried should they

U.S. only functioning uranium mill draws increasing environmental concerns

STORY: U.S. only functioning uranium mill draws increasing environmental concerns DATELINE: Nov. 20, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:45 LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, U.S. CATEGORY: ENTERTAINMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the White Mesa Uranium Mill 2. various of Michael Badback 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MICHAEL BADBACK, Ute Mountain Ute Tribe citizen 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MICHAEL BADBACK, Ute Mountain Ute Tribe citizen STORYLINE: The White Mesa Uranium Mill in southeast Utah, the only operating conventional uranium mill in the United States, has drawn increasing concerns for its impacts on environment and public health. For 40 years, the Mill has processed uranium ore next to the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation in southeast Utah. Local residents have been complaining about health threats from the mill's toxic containment ponds, radioactive shipping deliveries and smoke stack emissions. Michael Badback, a Ute Mountain Ute Tribe citizen, expressed his concerns. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MICHAEL BADBACK, Ute Mountain Ute

Factories Pollute The Environment - Bangladesh

Factories Pollute The Environment - Bangladesh

General view of toxic smoke that comes out of factories, people are at extreme risk to public health. On October 18, 2021 in Bangladesh, Dhaka. (Photo by S A Masum/ Eyepix Group).

Factories Pollute The Environment - Bangladesh

Factories Pollute The Environment - Bangladesh

General view of toxic smoke that comes out of factories, people are at extreme risk to public health. On October 18, 2021 in Bangladesh, Dhaka. (Photo by S A Masum/ Eyepix Group).