The impact of the wildfire smoke extended beyond New York City, triggering air quality alerts across parts of the Northeast and Midwest.
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Lessons from 9/11 survivors’ exposure to toxic dust and the chronic health conditions that followed
Many first responders and others who were directly exposed to the dust developed a severe and persistent cough that lasted for a month, on average.
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Breathing wildfire smoke can affect the brain and sperm, as well as the lungs
Breathing in smoke can be harmful—here is what can you do to lower your health risk during wildfire season.
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Air quality alert extended to Aug. 3 for all of MN due to wildfire smoke (updated)
The alert takes effect Wednesday, July 28, beginning at 10 pm, and runs until Friday, July 30, at 3 pm.