An elderly gentleman residing in close proximity to Yosemite National Park has been apprehended following his alleged role in a devastating forest fire that resulted in the destruction of more than 125 homes last year. According to a report from the Associated Press, Edward Wackerman from Mariposa was taken into custody on Friday for his …
Air quality concerns persist in various regions of Quebec as residents begin to return home following evacuations triggered by wildfires. SOPFEU, Quebec’s forest fire prevention agency, reported that progress in containing the wildfires has been slow, with 121 active fires and 32 priority blazes being fought by firefighters. Despite efforts to control the fires, Environment …
The New York City skyline was enveloped in a thick haze, turning orange and causing some of the worst air quality levels in decades. This haze originated from a series of wildfires burning in Canada. Beginning in early June, these fires have impacted both Canadians and Americans, prompting evacuations and air quality warnings. The smoke …
Decrease article font size Increase article font size Amid the ongoing forest fires, smog warnings and air quality statements were issued early Friday for a significant portion of Quebec, including Montreal. According to Environment Canada, there are “high concentrations of fine particulate matter” due to the continuing wildfires, resulting in poor air quality for the …
Premier François Legault of Quebec has given an update on the status of the wildfires in the province, stating that the situation is expected to remain stable over the next 48 hours, but residents displaced by the blazes are unlikely to be able to return home until early next week. As of Thursday, 13,500 people …
According to Environment Canada, air quality in southern Ontario and Quebec is showing improvement, while smoky skies continue to linger in other parts of the country. The wildfires raging across Canada are responsible for the poor air quality. However, the federal agency official reported that scattered showers and thunderstorms may alleviate the situation in the …
A woman from central Florida has been charged with arson and child neglect after allegedly leaving her two children in a car while shoplifting in a mall. Alicia Moore, 24, was arrested following a blaze in Oviedo that resulted in one child suffering first-degree burns. Moore is said to have left her children unattended in …