Smoky skies prompt Camden County to declare code red air quality alert
Camden County declared a Code Red air quality alert Thursday as a smoky haze from the Canadian wildfires blanketed the region.
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Camden County declared a Code Red air quality alert Thursday as a smoky haze from the Canadian wildfires blanketed the region.
Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is once again impacting the Philadelphia region.
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Wind is blowing smoke from multiple wildfires burning in Canada down toward our region.
Wind is blowing smoke from multiple wildfires burning in Canada down toward our region Wednesday, with few impacts on air quality.
The first six weeks of Canada's 2023 wildfire season put it on track to be its most destructive in history.
Smoke originating from wildfires in Canada has drifted into the Northeast to produce hazy skies Thursday into the weekend.
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.
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.
CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole about air quality concerns.
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.
This week, our region dealt with poor air quality, a historic Pride parade in Media brought hundreds of people together to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, and scientists say they are making progress to get the invasive spotted lanternfly under control.
As smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through Philadelphia, here's what masks doctors recommend you should wear to protect yourself.
Forecasts suggest hazy skies and reduced air quality will persist across the Northeast and into the Midwest for at least a few more days.
Since the smoky conditions took over our region, medical experts have said sensitive groups like children or those with asthma will feel the worst impact. Pregnant women are also in that category.
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
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Marcella Baietto reports.
Virtua Health pulmonologist Dr. Eric Sztejman says calls for respiratory distress and chest pain increased due to the smoke.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Jasmine Payoute reports from Retro Fitness on Spring Garden Street.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole explains how wildfire smoke can impact your health.
Ross DiMattei reports from 30th Street Station.
