Canadian wildfire smoke Thursday 6/8 3 p.m. update
CBS2's Dana Tyler and John Elliott have the latest on the smoke from Canada's wildfires, including an explanation of AQI - or Air Quality Index - and what the readings have shown.
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CBS2's Dana Tyler and John Elliott have the latest on the smoke from Canada's wildfires, including an explanation of AQI - or Air Quality Index - and what the readings have shown.
Rain, for the most part, is a very beneficial thing. In times like this, it's even more valued than usual.
Dr. McGreevy, an emergency medicine physician at Mount Sinai Hospital, spoke with CBS2's Cindy Hsu about the impact the air quality could have on our health.
CBS2's Elise Finch has the latest weather forecast.
The city recorded the worst air quality index levels in the world on Wednesday, and still remains at risk. CBS2's John Dias reports.
CBS2's Natalie Duddridge spoke with parents outside an elementary school in Montclair who said they supported the decision to leave early.
Residents are urged to stay inside or wear a mask, as conditions will likely intensify again later Thursday. CBS2's Christine Sloan has the latest from the governor.
Gov. Kathy Hochul updates New Yorkers on the latest air quality warnings after NYC reaches historic index levels.
The governor said the haze and smoke are expected to dissipate slightly during the day before they become more intense again tonight.
With air quality alerts still in effect, we hear from New York State's acting health commissioner for the latest advice.
CBS2's Dana Tyler, Alice Gainer and Vanessa Murdock have the latest on the air quality alert prompted by smoke by Canadian wildfires blanketing our area.
CBS2's Dana Tyler and Vanessa Murdock have the latest on the air quality alert prompted by smoke by Canadian wildfires blanketing our area.
State health officials spoke out about the smoke from Canadian wildfires that's blanketing New York City and surrounding areas.
Dr. Michael Niederman, a pulmonologist with New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, spoke to CBS2's Doug Williams about the health risks related to the smoke from the Canadian wildfires blanketing New York City.
CBS2's Elise Finch has the latest weather forecast.
Smoke from the California wildfires continues to blanket the city in a haze. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest warnings from officials.
"We can see it, we can smell it, and we felt it. It was alarming and concerning," Adams said. "It really sent shockwaves throughout the entire city and this region."
The smoky haze continues from the Canadian wildfires. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports on the impact to our area.
The fire in southern New Jersey is covering more than 3,000 acres.
Officials used flare pistols and drip torches to start a fire at Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge.
So far, 517 wildfires have erupted, burning 7,608 acres, compared to 327 fires this time last year.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service members spoke about their efforts to battle the Kanouse fire in West Milford, N.J.
The wildfire has burned hundreds of acres since it started Wednesday, and the warm temperatures aren't helping get it under control. CBS2's Christine Sloan has the latest.
Officials with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service provide an update on the wildfire that has been burning for days.
Firefighters have been working around the clock to knock down the flames, but containment is actually going down. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
