Federal and provincial governments have pledged to match donations to the Canadian Red Cross for those affected by wildfires in Nova Scotia, Alberta and the Northwest Territories.
Tag: Wildfires
Will Wildfires Like Canada’s Become the New Normal?
Canada’s devastating fires and toxic smoke might not recur every year, but the heat from climate change increases the risks of a wide range of disasters.
Canadian Wildfires Are Burning Where They Rarely Have Before
Of the more than 400 fires burning in Canada, more than one-third are in Quebec, which has little experience with so many and such large wildfires.
Canadian Wildfires Are Burning Where They Rarely Have Before
Of the more than 400 fires burning in Canada, more than one-third are in Quebec, which has little experience with so many and such large wildfires.
Wildfire Smoke From Canada Is Expected to Reach Norway
Scientists in Norway have observed the effects of the fires, some of which have been burning for weeks.
Wildfire Smoke Envelops the U.S.
New York City experienced its worst air quality on record. Here’s how to stay safe as the smoke spreads.
Canadian Wildfires, Smoke and Heat Herald Climate Extremes
Scientists have long warned that global warming will increase the chance of severe wildfires like those burning across Canada and heat waves like the one smothering Puerto Rico.
Canada Wildfires Renew Calls for a National Fire Service
Prime Minister Trudeau said he spoke to President Biden by phone to offer thanks for the American firefighters on the scene.
Your Thursday Briefing: A Dangerous Haze Across North America
Also, evacuations from flooding in Ukraine.
Air Quality This Week Gives U.S. a Glimpse of the World’s Air Pollution
Air-quality readings like the ones expected across parts of New York State on Wednesday would not be seen as particular cause for alarm in some parts of the world.