Pennsylvania under Code Red air quality alert due to wildfire smoke
Residents are braving the smoky conditions in Montgomery County.
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Residents are braving the smoky conditions in Montgomery County.
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Wind is blowing smoke from multiple wildfires burning in Canada down toward our region.
Currently, 25 counties in the commonwealth require vehicle emissions testing every year to improve air quality to combat pollution.
Wind is blowing smoke from multiple wildfires burning in Canada down toward our region Wednesday, with few impacts on air quality.
This week, our region has been dealing with the aftermath of the I-95 collapse, NEXT Weather Alert Days as the Philadelphia region's air quality improved after the Canadian wildfires and Jessica Kartalija, Ukee Washington, and Bill Kelly reminisce childhood memories about sprinklers.
This week, our region has been dealing with the aftermath of the I-95 collapse, NEXT Weather Alert Days as the Philadelphia region's air quality improved after the Canadian wildfires, and Jessica Kartalija, Ukee Washington, and Bill Kelly reminisce childhood memories about sprinklers.
Scientists warn such routine-altering weather events are more likely to continue disrupting daily life as the planet warms, creating the ideal environment for more severe and frequent wildfires.
A "Code Orange" air quality alert means the air is unhealthy for sensitive grounds and anyone with breathing problems is recommended to stay inside Sunday until the air clears up.
The fire is adding dangerous chemicals, such as acids, sulfates and nitrates, into the air, which are very dangerous to breathe in. Particulate matter, such as metals, soot, dust tar and oil, are also posing air quality concerns.
CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Tammie Souza reports
CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Tammie Souza reports.
The Philadelphia health commissioner says while the worst of the smoke pollution is over it's not gone and people should remain cautious.
Dan Snyder reports.
CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole about air quality concerns.
Ryan Hughes was at Cooper River Park where many people were spotted working out as the air quality is improving. The area is under a "code yellow" as moderate pollution remains in the air but sensitive groups should watch when they go outside.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole discusses air quality concerns with CBS News Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia's air quality is much better Saturday compared to Friday, but there may be a risk to some people who have heightened sensitivities to air pollution.
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Philadelphia's Department of Public Health is giving away free KN-95 masks at its five resource hubs throughout the city.
As smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through Philadelphia, here's what masks doctors recommend you should wear to protect yourself.
AQI is a standardized scale, issued by the EPA, that helps the public understand the health risks associated with various air quality levels and pollution.
Although the air quality is improving in the region, city officials are still taking some precautions.
CBS News Philadelphia Meteorologist Kate Bilo reports.
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After a beautiful Saturday, expect more of the same Sunday, with windier conditions in the afternoon.
Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
Demolition work began Saturday at the parking garage that partially collapsed in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia.
Joint funeral services for Jeffory Buck and Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman.
Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Joint funeral services for Jeffory Buck and Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman.
Demolition work will resume Sunday morning at the parking garage that partially collapsed in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry. Ryan Hughes reports.
The Philadelphia Ironworkers Local 401 has identified the worker killed and the two presumed dead after a parking garage partially collapsed on Wednesday in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia. Ryan Hughes reports.
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Sunshine will prevail with slightly above-average temperatures in the mid-60s. Nights will be comfortable as well with lows in the 40s. Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.