Air pollution, US cities

Report reveals 2024's most polluted cities, countries: Which US cities made the list?
Data from more than 40,000 air quality monitoring stations in 138 countries, territories and regions were analyzed for the report, IQAir said.
Most polluted cities in the world — and the U.S. — revealed in annual report
The major city with the worst air pollution was Los Angeles ... Exposure to micrograms of pollutants can contribute to and exacerbate health conditions including asthma, cancer, stroke and ...
Map Shows US Cities With Worst Air Pollution
A new report has shed light on the locations of the most polluted cities in the U.S. On Tuesday, IQAir, a Swiss tech company that tracks global air quality, released the report, which evaluated the state of global air quality based on fine particulate matter,
The list of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities is out. All but one are in Asia
The cities with the worst air pollution in North America were Ontario, Bloomington and Huntington Park – all in Southern California
Kathmandu ranks fifth among world's most polluted cities
Kathmandu's air quality has deteriorated, making it the fifth most polluted city in the world with an AQI of 180, according to the Air Quality Index.Beijing, Kampala, Delhi, and Kuwait occupy the top four spots,
20 most polluted cities in the world
Air pollution remains a serious global challenge, with some cities experiencing dangerously high levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5). According to the latest IQAir report, 19 of the 20 most polluted cities in the world are in Asia,
There’s one key rule that’s been keeping pollutants out of the air—and Trump might get rid of it
EPA head Lee Zeldin has urged to rescind a finding that’s vital to regulating greenhouse gases. It could have major climate repercussions. According to reports released this week, the Trump ...
Winter brings more air pollution inside. Here’s how to minimize your risks.
Tiny particles, heavy metals, and toxic molecules could be lurking in your home this winter. One potential culprit? Your ...
The Oklahoman on MSN12d
Why is air quality bad today? What to know about Air Quality Index, conditions in Oklahoma
This is based off the five major air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act: ground-level ozone, particle pollution ...
A breakdown of major EPA deregulatory moves around water, air, climate
Industry generally applauded the proposed changes, while environmentalists worried about what would amount to historic ...
America’s clean air rules boost health and the economy − here’s what EPA’s new deregulation plans ignore
EPA studies have confirmed that clean air regulations improve air quality over time. Other studies have shown that the health benefits greatly outweigh the costs. That pays off for the economy. Fewer ...
Study finds racial and ethnic disparities in air quality monitor locations in the US
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) air quality monitors are disproportionally located in predominately white neighborhoods, according to University of Utah research. The EPA's network ...
Major Biden Air Rules on Chopping Block as Cases Grind to a Halt
Most lawsuits over former President Joe Biden’s biggest air emissions regulations are now frozen as the new EPA ...
State Department halts global monitoring of air pollution
The program had used sensors at more than 80 U.S. embassies and consulates to track air quality, mostly in places where such ...
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Colorado is tackling air pollution in vulnerable neighborhoods by regulating 5 air toxics
Now, Colorado is taking a major step to protect people from air pollutants that cause cancer or other major health problems, called “air toxics.” For the first time, the state is developing ...