Monthly Archives: May 2012

Air Pollution Fuels Hospital Visits in Hong Kong

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

Deteriorating air quality in Hong Kong is sending more people to hospital, says a new survey. According to a pair of researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, who examined day-to-day pollution levels and hospital visits over a six-year … Continue reading →

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Sequoia National Park Is Stuck in Pollution Hell

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

The famed redwoods of Sequoia National Park are slowly yet surely being replaced by another kind of enduring landmark: a sky-spanning carpet of lung-blistering smog. via Sequoia National Park Is Stuck in Pollution Hell – Neighborhoods – The Atlantic Cities.

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Pollution suit against UK government dismissed by court of appeal

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

European courts may be asked to decide wether Britain acted illegally by proposing not to clean up air pollution in British cities for over a decade after an appeal was dismissed. Pollution suit against UK government dismissed by court of … Continue reading →

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First heat wave of the season hits York County

Posted on May 28, 2012 by

Temperatures are set to reach an abnormal high during the holiday weekend — and stay there until later this week. The Memorial Day weekend kicked off with the first heat wave to hit York County this year. Normal temperatures for … Continue reading →

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Air Quality Concerns at Factory Fire, USA

Posted on May 27, 2012 by

A factory fire in Connecticut USA has led to an alert being issued regarding the quality of air in the region. At such times it is  advisable to wear a mask as well as staying in doors. Information on the … Continue reading →

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Sunday is an orange air quality day in Chicago

Posted on May 27, 2012 by

The EPA has issued an “Orange” air quality warning for Chicago on Sunday, May 27. The air quality index is predicted to be in the 101-150 range, indicating the air quality conditions are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. via Sunday is … Continue reading →

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Air quality alert in effect – Pittsburgh

Posted on May 27, 2012 by

An air-quality alert is in effect for today in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas. via Air quality alert in effect – Timesonline.com: Local News.

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How to count pollen

Posted on May 24, 2012 by

How does the Met Office count pollen? via BBC News – Met Office: How to count pollen.

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EU sets ‘ambitious targets’ to reduce trans-boundary air pollution

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

Ambitious targets indeed… but in the meantime what can we do to reduce the amount of black carbon entering our bodies? Find out more about the Respro® City Mask here EU sets ‘ambitious targets’ to reduce trans-boundary air pollution – … Continue reading →

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Some pollens are much more aggressive than others

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

What do birch, grass and olive have in common? Answer: they are three of the most common pollens in triggering hay-fever. Read more if you are a sufferer or know someone who is. TUM – Some pollens are much more … Continue reading →

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