Whether it’s fires in California, flooding in North Carolina or the war in Ukraine, we’re constantly reminded of the death ...

The smoke may be temporary, but toxic air pollution is an ever-present danger with effects that linger for generations.

The air quality index measures PM2.5, less than 2.5 microns particles, to determine the intensity of air pollution in cities.

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By Tom Modugno The tragedy of the Los Angeles fires has been eye opening for a lot of people, especially those that are new ...

In the must-see video above, a fire at an abandoned warehouse sent plumes of smoke skyward in Bakersfield, California, on Wednesday, January 29, footage shows.

In addition to helping Altadena residents evacuate, deputies also grabbed weapons and equipment from their station.

The phrase “urban firestorm” has terrified me since I first heard it, from the climate scientist Daniel Swain, who was ...

The Palisades and Eaton wildfires also continue burning in the Los Angeles area, leaving parts of Southern California with ...

The Hughes Fire sent thick grey smoke billowing over homes in Santa Clarita, California. At least 31,000 residents were ordered to evacuate due to the rapid spread of the blaze on Wednesday afternoon, ...

This recent fire highlights not only the immediate environmental effects but also the long-term implications for the role of lithium-ion technology in renewable energy.

Three decades ago, Nancy Wallace narrowly escaped death in what was then ... by future fires. But Wallace's expertise in this area is more than just academic. It's informed by her horrifying ...