NYC air quality: Forecast, outlook for Thursday and beyond
Thick smoke blanketed the Big Apple for the second straight day Wednesday, temporarily earning New York an unwelcome distinction: the most polluted city in the whole world.
Smoke from wildfires, a fact of life in the West, catch outdoor workers off guard in the East
The hazardous haze from Canada’s wildfires is taking its toll on outdoor workers along the Eastern U.S. who carried on with their daily jobs even as dystopian orange skies forced the cancelation of sports events, school field trips and Broadway plays.
NYC air quality concerns: Experts weigh in on plan to protect New Yorkers
It could be days or even weeks until the air quality returns to normal. According to Fox Weather, by Friday morning, the worst of the smoke will push off Long Island and into the Atlantic Ocean.
NYC air quality: New Yorkers unite amid Canada wildfire smoke experience
New Yorkers were more than open speaking with FOX 5 NY about the orange-tinted sky and the roasted fire smell that came with it.
NYC air quality alert: How can wildfire smoke affect your health?
Headaches, burning eyes, and asthma attacks are just some of the health problems that can be caused by exposure to New York City's poor air quality this week.
Belmont Stakes on FOX: Officials hoping wildfire smoke won't affect race
The race, now in its 155th year, is expected to draw 40-50,000 thousand fans, with millions more watching for the first time on Fox.
Amid smoke and haze, life goes on for New Yorkers
Many New Yorkers seen outside were wearing masks Wednesday, in scenes reminiscent of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
How artificial intelligence could be used to fight wildfires
A tech company is developing a new type of artificial intelligence to fight wildfires by using predictive analysis before the fires even start and AI logistics to help contain them.
At least 2 people dead in Hemet fire
At least two people are dead after a brush fire started spreading into the residential areas of Hemet.
Wildfires growing in upstate New York
Two Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters began dropping water on the approximately 150-acre fire in Minnewaska State Park Preserve on Tuesday, according to the governor's office.
U.S. Forest Service lookout dies in McKinney Fire when she wouldn't evacuate
A U.S. Forest Service fire lookout of 50 years died when she didn't heed advice to leave her home, which was overtaken by the McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County, officials said.
Deputies: Man trying to burn spider sparks Utah wildfire
The 26-year-old told authorities he saw a spider while on the mountain and attempted to burn it using a lighter.
2 found dead in car as crews battle largest California wildfire in Siskiyou County
Two people were found dead in their car, as crews battled the McKinney Fire which is 0% contained.
Man suspected of starting fires in Oregon detained by 3 residents who tied him to tree
The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Trennon Smith, was arrested on charges of first-degree arson and reckless burning in Oregon, authorities said.
Firefighting helicopter crashes, kills 4 'heroes' during severe New Mexico fire season
The helicopter was carrying three people with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office and a county firefighter when it went down Saturday while returning from its firefighting mission. County officials on Monday called the four men "heroes."
Illegal campfire caused massive Wharton State Forest wildfire, officials say
Officials say the massive wildfire that broke out at Wharton State Forest Sunday morning is mostly contained as it reaches 13,500 acres.
Biden signs off on hefty pay raise for federal firefighters through 2023
The move affects more than 16,000 firefighters and comes as much of the West braces for a difficult wildfire season.
Coyote Fire: Wildfire contained after burning part of Hollywood Hills
Crews have contained a wildfire that burned part of the Hollywood Hills area.
Wharton State Forest wildfire in South Jersey
Firefighters are battling a large wildfire in Wharton State Forest, in South Jersey.
How wildfires get their names
Unlike hurricanes and tropical storms, whose storm names are determined by a central authority, naming wildfires are left up to the fire unit, incident commander, or dispatch center in the jurisdiction where the fire began.