Canadian Wildfires Engulf US, New York City Surpasses New Delhi In Alarming Air Pollution Crisis
- Posted on June 8, 2023
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- By Arijit Dutta
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Millions of Americans are facing air quality
alerts as Canadian wildfires unleash a hazy shroud across the United States.
Smoke from the fires has drifted southward since May, reaching the US East
Coast and Midwest. New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut issued air quality
alerts, advising residents to limit outdoor activities. Schools suspended
outdoor events, and commercial flights experienced delays. To aid in the
firefighting efforts, the US has deployed 600 firefighters to Canada.
Over 100 million people, stretching from the
northeast to Chicago and Atlanta, are now under pollution warnings due to the
far-reaching smoke. New York City, in particular, experienced alarming levels
of pollution, surpassing even New Delhi. The air carried the scent of burning
wood. Residents from Maryland to New Hampshire reported low visibility and hazy
skies.
Delaware faced some of the worst air quality
levels, with Wilmington recording an unhealthy air quality index of 199.
Responding to the crisis, US President Joe Biden dispatched 600 firefighters
and equipment to Canada. The devastating wildfires have already displaced over
20,000 people and consumed 3.8 million hectares of land.
The impact of the wildfires extends beyond the
environment. Major League Baseball games and other sporting events in New York
and Philadelphia were postponed. As the weekend approaches, a storm system
could shift the smoke westward across the Great Lakes, exacerbating the poor
air quality.
In this time of adversity, the US and Canada
stand in solidarity, working together to combat the fires. The resilience and
support shown by firefighters from both nations demonstrate their dedication to
protecting communities. As affected areas continue to battle the blazes,
recovery efforts will begin once the fires are extinguished.
The ongoing situation serves as a reminder of
the urgent need to address climate change and its consequences. Efforts to
prevent and mitigate wildfires must be intensified to protect lives, homes, and
the environment. With collective action, we can strive towards a future where
such destructive wildfires are minimized.
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