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What’s in that smoke? Experts warn of hidden fireworks pollution
Fireworks may dazzle, but they also pollute the air, disrupt wildlife and pose health risks. Some North Carolina cities are ...
Madre fire map: Worst hit areas as blaze engulfs over 50,000 acres in California
The Madre wildfire began Wednesday in San Luis Obispo County, burning 52,952 acres. Only 5% of the blaze has been contained ...
Tonner wildfire map: Worst hit areas and how the blaze spread across the Tonner Canyon
On Thursday afternoon, a fast-moving wildfire erupted near the 57 Freeway and Timber Canyon in Brea. Now named the Tonner Fire, the blaze quickly grew in size, fueled by light vegetation and steep ...
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Wildfires Are Challenging Air Quality Monitoring Infrastructure
The U.S. has one of the world’s most advanced systems to monitor air pollutants. Can it keep up with a changing climate?