Wildfires in Canada persist, causing a three-consecutive-day air quality warning in New York
Smoke from Canadian Wildfires Causes Air Quality Concerns in Parts of New York
For a third consecutive day, wildfire smoke from Canada is affecting parts of New York, leading to a breaking news air quality alert in several regions. The National Weather Service has issued this alert for Orange and Putnam counties, as well as Syracuse, Ithaca, Binghamton, and Watkins Glen, until midnight on Wednesday.
The hardest-hit regions in New York are expected to be the Upper and Lower Hudson Valley, Eastern Lake Ontario, and Western New York. However, the new air quality alert expands the areas of concern, adding the previously mentioned regions to the list.
The air quality in these newly alerted regions is expected to be above 100, making it unhealthy for sensitive groups. The EPA has set a threshold of 100 for the news quality index, above which it is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups. This means that people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children are at a higher risk.
Meteorologists have previously urged people to move outdoor activities inside due to the thick smoke from northern fires. The EPA measures air quality by the concentration and size of particulate matter in the air. A concentration of smaller particles, such as ash from a fire, can get into the lungs and cause difficulty breathing among other ailments.
It's important to note that the air quality in New York City, Long Island, and the Adirondacks is expected to remain in the moderate category and is not affected by the new air quality alert.
In the past, the orange skies of 2023, when thick smoke from northern fires blanketed the region, have been more severe than what is currently being experienced. Despite this, the new air quality alert is a response to the ongoing concerns and is a development separate from the previous days of wildfire smoke affecting parts of New York.
The wildfire smoke originating from Canada is causing poor air quality in certain regions of New York, and it's advisable to stay updated on the situation and follow any guidance from local authorities to protect your health.
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