According to the National Weather Service, New York City has the worst air quality among major cities in the world due to the Canadian fires.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 173 US AQI as of 11:30am IST, which is considered harmful to everyone and significantly exceeds the World Organization’s recommended exposure level Of the health.
https://www.iqair.com/us/world-air-quality
According to IQAir, New York City had the highest air pollution levels among major cities in the world on Wednesday morning, surpassing even New Delhi, India.
Smoke and mist continue to move in from the north. In this satellite loop, you can see a thicker plume over central New York and northern Pennsylvania, which will move over the next few hours. Expect reduced visibility, poor air quality, and smoke odor. #NYwx #NJwx #CTwx pic.twitter.com/Fzeq1u20Wh
— NWS New York NY (@NWSNewYorkNY) June 7, 2023
Cities that rank above New Delhi with respect to the Air Quality Index (AQI) include Kuwait City, Detroit, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Baghdad, and Dhaka. Here’s a full list of city rankings based on the US AQI, based on air quality and pollution data from IQAir.
BREAKING: New York City currently has the worst air quality of any major city in the world due to fires in Canada
— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) June 7, 2023
New York Mayor Eric Adam’s office issued an advisory saying:
“If you are a New Yorker with heart or respiratory problems, please be careful when you are outdoors. Smoke from wildfires in Canada affects the air quality of our city, which is why an Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued. Try to limit outdoor activities today to absolute necessities.”
Our planet is on fire. This is New York City right now, smoky from the wildfires in Canada. If we don’t protect our planet, this will become an everyday thing. NYC, stay here today because we are under an air quality alert. pic.twitter.com/0qTStTwEju
— Skylar Moore 🗽🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 (@skylarqueens) June 6, 2023
The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions have been experiencing intermittent smoke and poor air quality due to the ongoing fires in Canada.
BREAKING: Delhi surpasses New York City as the top city with the worst air quality in the world, after New York City was exposed to the effects of fires in Canada.
— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) June 7, 2023
Prolonged exposure to polluted air is raising concerns about possible health effects. Videos showing dense, smoke-filled skies in New York state have circulated on social media, causing alarm among citizens.
Here’s a look at New York City, #NY livecam now so heavy #smoke from canadian #fires envelops the city. #nywx #NY pic.twitter.com/TzBv5GGeRc
— BirdingPeepWx (@BirdingPeepWx) June 7, 2023
In Canada, wildfires have devastated western Quebec and northern Ontario, causing dangerous levels of air quality in Ottawa, the capital city. According to Environment Canada, the severity of the situation has caused air quality to exceed the upper limit of the risk scale.
As the effects of the Canadian wildfires on air quality worsen, I strongly urge everyone to stay safe, limit strenuous activities, and reduce the amount of time spent outdoors today. Stay safe, NJ. pic.twitter.com/2oWK8hmZXe
— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) June 7, 2023
Authorities warned that dangerous conditions caused by the wildfires may persist for most of the week, posing a risk to human health. In light of this, the general public has been advised to minimize or reschedule strenuous outdoor activities to prioritize their well-being.
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Especially vulnerable people, including the elderly, young children and pregnant people, have been strongly urged to avoid engaging in such activities due to the increased risk of serious health problems caused by contamination.
If you reside in an area with high levels of air pollution, authorities recommend wearing face masks when venturing outdoors. Also, it’s a good idea to use an air purifier indoors and limit time outdoors for activities like gardening or exercise. It is also recommended to keep windows and doors closed to minimize exposure to polluted air.
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