For the second day in a row, the eastern U.S. was enveloped in a hazy beige smog that blocked the skies and sun of early summer. Countless tiny particles from the raging Canadian wildfires—measuring 2 ...

Particles in the smoke are so small that they can evade some of the lung’s natural defenses, causing not only breathing problems but also other health concerns if they enter the bloodstream. Smoke ...

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Wildfires lead to widespread damage and billions of dollars in suppression costs yearly. Per the National Interagency ...

Whether you live in close proximity to someone who routinely smokes cigarettes or you live in an area affected by wildfires, regular exposure to the microscopic particles found in smoke can have a ...

Save your life with radiation. Ionisation, alpha particles and a little precious metal can detect deadly smoke. Every month Wired's chemist Dr John Emsley deconstructs an everyday product. He is the ...

July 21 (Reuters) - Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity in many countries, spreading smoke that contains noxious gases, chemicals and particulate matter and carries serious health ...

Whether you live in close proximity to someone who routinely smokes, or you live in an area affected by wildfires, regular exposure to the microscopic particles found in smoke can have a devastating ...

Later this week, residents in certain parts of central and northern B.C. affected by wildfire smoke can expect to breathe a little fresher air. However, a scientist warns that the poor air quality ...

The ceilometer is a scientific tool of observation used by airports daily. It informs aircraft pilots of cloud heights and bases for safe takeoff and landing. In recent years, scientists have found a ...