The risks of poor air quality
The smog warning continues Tuesday under a gray sky. The Journal warns of the health issues that can be caused by so much smoke in the air.
It’s definitely smelling more smoky in Villeray today.
CBC with a discussion of the effects on our health.
DeWolf 11:03 on 2023-06-06 Permalink
The cool breeze and acrid smell is making me nostalgic for those chilly winter days in Hong Kong when the north wind blew all the pollution down from mainland China…
(Only half-joking. The smog really enhanced the Blade Runner effect!)
Kate 15:07 on 2023-06-06 Permalink
If anything, it’s been getting steadily smokier here through Tuesday.
I’ve always lived in older buildings and been keenly aware of the threat of fire. My instincts keep being rattled by this.
MarcG 15:24 on 2023-06-06 Permalink
DIY air filter that’s good for Covid and smoke, parts costs about $160, filter replacements ~$90. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIuH-2naozI.
Kate 18:28 on 2023-06-06 Permalink
Ah, a Corsi-Rosenthal box.
Which always sounds like something out of William Gibson to me.
shawn 19:28 on 2023-06-06 Permalink
Taking the bus just now I saw joggers. I cannot understand these people. Air quality is “unhealthy.” Even tomorrow is supposed to be markedly better. Sitting at home with the windows closed is healthier than running in this.
MarcG 08:30 on 2023-06-07 Permalink
@shawn: They are evidence of our failed public health and education systems
Daisy 10:32 on 2023-06-07 Permalink
Do you think people run only for their physical health? I can assure you that is not the case.