Category Archives: World News

Crazy heat turns Atlanta purple  

Metro Atlantas air quality was so bad Friday that the area shot past a Code Red to a Code Purple, and Saturday already looks like it will be just as bad as thermometers across the region race into triple-digits again.To … Continue reading

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UK cities face ban on heavily polluting traffic

Twelve UK cities and urban areas may have to ban or fine heavily polluting traffic from their centres within months after the European commission refused to allow Britain more time to reduce dangerous exhaust emissions, according to air quality campaigners. … Continue reading

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Poor air quality likely to continue this weekend

According to a notice from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, todays poor air quality is likely to continue through the weekend. This means air quality is likely to be unhealthy for sensitive groups, and folks who are … Continue reading

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Colorado Springs under threat as 32,000 flee fire

More than 32,000 people were forced to flee their homes as a raging wildfire threatening the US city of Colorado Springs doubled in size overnight. Traffic and smoke choked the streets as people hurried to evacuate the city and the … Continue reading

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Europe refuses UK air pollution reprieve

Government plans to delay air pollution improvements in 12 UK areas have been refused by the European Commission, which says air quality must improve. The UK may now face fines if it fails to improve air quality quickly. London has … Continue reading

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Cycle race raises Putney Pollution concerns

With the Olympic cycle race coming through highly polluted Putney next month an environmental has report has raised concerns about visitors not being warned about poor air quality. The Commission for Sustainable London 2012 pre-games review has said raising awareness … Continue reading

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Free service available to alert Aberdeen residents when air quality is poor

Aberdeen City Council is promoting a national initiative which alerts when air quality could pose a risk to individuals with heart conditions or breathing problems. Those who sign up to the free service will receive a text message or e-mail … Continue reading

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The Effects of PM10

You might think people look ridiculous wearing masks, but look at the scientific literature on the effects of PM10 (particles smaller than 10 microns) on lungs/heart/cancer and you won’t be laughing any more. For scientific literature, click here: PubMed What does … Continue reading

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