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Jul 2026

New Yorkers Should Take Precautions Amid Wildfire Smoke — Especially Older Adults, People With Asthma

“This will likely be a prolonged event, and we might see even worse air quality tomorrow,” Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton told reporters Wednesday. “We’re going to see…

ByJeanmarie Evelly 0Comments

04

Feb 2025

Climate and Environment Government Housing and Homelessness

‘People Were Scrambling’: Officials Press for Better Emergency Plans for NYC Wildfires, Flash Floods

Councilmembers and the NYC Comptroller’s Office have raised concerns about the city’s ability to handle climate emergencies. They propose more preparation ahead of wildfires, and legislation to offer shelter during…

ByMariana Simões 0Comments

12

Jul 2023

Climate and Environment Government Politics

Officials Defend City’s Response to ‘Unprecedented’ Air Quality Emergency

“In fairness, this was an unprecedented challenge the city agencies had not ever confronted before,” said Councilmember Gale Brewer. “Some would say it was, however, foreseeable. For years scientists have…

ByMary Cunningham 0Comments

03

Jul 2023

Climate and Environment Economy Government Housing and Homelessness

City’s Construction Workers Navigate New Risks Posed by Wildfire Smog

“There are employers who are going to take away outside work when there’s risk, and they’re going to provide you with the appropriate mask,” said Hildalyn Colon Hernández of the…

ByMary Cunningham 0Comments

08

Jun 2023

Climate and Environment Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness

Amid Air Quality Crisis, Officials Urge People Indoors. What About Street Homeless New Yorkers?

Air pollution is an added stressor for vulnerable populations who already suffer disproportionately from underlying health effects, including the estimated thousands of unhoused New Yorkers living on the city’s streets.

ByEmma Whitford

ByMary Cunningham 0Comments

New Yorkers Should Take Precautions Amid Wildfire Smoke — Especially Older Adults, People With Asthma

‘People Were Scrambling’: Officials Press for Better Emergency Plans for NYC Wildfires, Flash Floods

Officials Defend City’s Response to ‘Unprecedented’ Air Quality Emergency

City’s Construction Workers Navigate New Risks Posed by Wildfire Smog

Amid Air Quality Crisis, Officials Urge People Indoors. What About Street Homeless New Yorkers?

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