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AccuWeather Fall Forecast: These Locations Most At Risk For Severe Storms AccuWeather Fall Forecast: These Locations Most At Risk For Severe Storms
AccuWeather Fall Forecast: These Locations Most At Risk For Severe Storms As September draws near, residents across the Northeast are being urged to brace for an active and unpredictable start to fall.  New, Updated Story - Fall Weather Won't Be Ordinary: NOAA Releases 3-Month Forecast AccuWeather meteorologists are predicting lingering summer warmth and a heightened threat of severe weather. While meteorological fall arrives on Monday, Sept. 1, true autumn-like conditions may take a back seat in the Northeast.  AccuWeather Lead Long-Range Expert Paul Pastelok states that “hot and sticky summer weather" will linger longer into the back-to-school sea…
MD Among 5 Best States For Environmental Protections, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Among 5 Best States For Environmental Protections, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Among 5 Best States For Environmental Protections, New Study Says: Here's Why Many Northeast states are among the nation's leaders in protecting the environment, according to a new study. SmileHub released its 2025 list of Best States for Environmental Protection on Tuesday, June 10. The website ranked all 50 states based on environmental protection programs, energy use, waste reduction, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. The analysis included whether states have water reuse rules, how many environmental charities they support, and how vulnerable they are to climate shifts like record-breaking heat. "The US produces over 292 million tons of waste per…
Expect Frequent Haze, Smoke From Canadian Wildfires This Summer, Forecasters Say Expect Frequent Haze, Smoke From Canadian Wildfires This Summer, Forecasters Say
Expect Frequent Haze, Smoke From Canadian Wildfires This Summer, Forecasters Say The sun may still shine this summer, but it won’t always look like it. Across the northern United States, residents can expect hazy skies, milky sunsets, and the occasional whiff of campfire as wildfire smoke from Canada drifts south through the summer months, according to AccuWeather. Forecasters say that smoke impacts will be frequent and widespread, affecting much of the Northeast, the mid-Atlantic, and parts of the Midwest through late August.  While the hazy conditions might seem like a typical summer heat quirk, meteorologists note that this particular summer haze will largely b…
MD Ranked Among Five Most Eco-Friendly States, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Ranked Among Five Most Eco-Friendly States, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Ranked Among Five Most Eco-Friendly States, New Study Says: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the most environmentally friendly in the nation, according to a new study. The Greenest States in 2025 list was released by WalletHub on Wednesday, April 9. The personal finance website compared all 50 states across key metrics like air and water quality, renewable energy use, green transportation, and carbon emissions. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said infrastructure plays a big role in whether residents can make eco-friendly choices. "If a state doesn't have a great infrastructure for alternative-fuel vehicles, it becomes much harder for r…
First-In-Nation Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Effect In NYC: Here's How It Works First-In-Nation Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Effect In NYC: Here's How It Works
First-In-Nation Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Effect In NYC: Here's How It Works Driving in New York City and heading south of midtown Manhattan? You'll now be paying for it. New York City has become the first city in the nation to implement a congestion pricing plan, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at reducing traffic in Manhattan’s busiest areas while funding crucial public transit improvements. This plan went into effect on Sunday, January 5. It seeks to lower traffic congestion, improve air quality, and finance important upgrades to public transportation. Key Details of the Plan Toll Rates: Vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street will incur a toll starti…
Smoky Skies To Stay For Summer? Forecasters Say More Hazy Days Are Ahead Smoky Skies To Stay For Summer? Forecasters Say More Hazy Days Are Ahead
Smoky Skies To Stay For Summer? Forecasters Say More Hazy Days Are Ahead The July 4th weekend has arrived, but chances are the smell of smoke outside isn't coming from barbecues — and according to forecasters, there's even more ahead. The air quality on Saturday, July 1 was slightly better than it was earlier in the week, with AQIs average in the 120s and code orange and yellows issued — as opposed to purple and red — across the region. Slowly, slowly, the smoke was starting to disperse. However, AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson is confident, it will be back. "I do believe this will go down as the summer of smoke and haze for much of Canada and …
Incoming Storm Means Slight Air Quality Improvement Along East Coast, Forecasters Say Incoming Storm Means Slight Air Quality Improvement Along East Coast, Forecasters Say
Incoming Storm Means Slight Air Quality Improvement Along East Coast, Forecasters Say A weekend storm could slightly help improve the Canadian wildfire smoke still lingering along the East Coast, meteorologists are saying. While skies will be sunny with a high in the mid-80s on Friday, June 30, they'll also be hazy for most of the day, according to the National Weather Service. The Air Quality Index remained in the triple digits along East Coast of 9:15 a.m., with code red issued across much of the area. In Pittsburgh, air quality levels remained very unhealthy, according to AccuWeather's Plume Labs. Worst air quality in this batch is just northwest of us and some spots…
DC Area Has 2nd Worst Air Quality In The World Today (June 29), Under Code Red DC Area Has 2nd Worst Air Quality In The World Today (June 29), Under Code Red
DC Area Has 2nd Worst Air Quality In The World Today (June 29), Under Code Red The Canadian wildfire smoke has descended upon the Washington DC area Thursday, June 29, which had the second-worst air quality in the world, according to iqair.com. The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments issued a "code red" for Thursday. Chicago had the worst air quality in the world and Dubai had the third worst, according to iqair.com. 🔴Air Quality Alert: COG forecasts Code Red air quality for the DC region tomorrow, Thursday, June 29 due to smoke from wildfires in Canada. Area residents are encouraged to limit outdoor activities. Stay air quality aware: https://t.co/vujQ…
These Maps Show Realtime Smoke, Air Quality As Canadian Wildfires Rage These Maps Show Realtime Smoke, Air Quality As Canadian Wildfires Rage
These Maps Show Realtime Smoke, Air Quality As Canadian Wildfires Rage Can't tell if it's smoke or cloudy skies above? The following realtime configurations and air quality maps won't have you guessing anymore. A realtime configuration from Fire Smoke Canada — the Canadian portal for information about wildland fire weather and smoke — shows exactly where each of the more than 150 wildfires are raging and predicts roughly how heavy the smoke will be and where. The New York Times, meanwhile, has a similar smoke forecast map that indicates light, medium, or high levels of smoke from the fires, based on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The rea…
Smoky Summer: Could Week Of Wildfires Be Preview Of What's Ahead? Smoky Summer: Could Week Of Wildfires Be Preview Of What's Ahead?
Smoky Summer: Could Week Of Wildfires Be Preview Of What's Ahead? Are this week's smoky skies a preview of Summer 2023 in the Northeast? According to U.S. National Weather Service meteorologist Bryan Ramsey, that depends. Ramsey is quoted by CBS New York saying "it's really just going be all about the wind shift." According to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson, the Canadian wildfires are showing no signs of slowing down and will "likely continue to burn over Quebec into the summer, as they are in remote, heavily wooded areas," he said. But, if what Ramsey is saying is true, then raging fires in Canada — and locally, for that matter — …
Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area As Canadian Wildfires Burn Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area As Canadian Wildfires Burn
Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area As Canadian Wildfires Burn Widespread smoke from Canadian wildfires continue to bring hazardous air quality levels across the region. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of fine particulates again on Thursday, June 8, according to the National Weather Service.   Check air quality conditions in your area, visit AirNow.gov by clicking here. "The higher the AQI value, the greater the health concern," said the weather service. ALSO SEE: Smoke Relief Coming Next Week, Unhealthy Air Quality Here To Stay (Mostl…
Smoke Relief Coming Next Week, Unhealthy Air Quality Here To Stay (Mostly) Until Then Smoke Relief Coming Next Week, Unhealthy Air Quality Here To Stay (Mostly) Until Then
Smoke Relief Coming Next Week, Unhealthy Air Quality Here To Stay (Mostly) Until Then Looks like the East Coast has a smoky few days in store. But fear not, relief is allegedly on the way. As of Thursday, June 8, levels in North Jersey were considered very unhealthy and in greater Philadelphia/the Lehigh Valley were considered hazardous. Levels in the Baltimore and Washington DC area were also considered very unhealthy as of Thursday morning. ALSO SEE: Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area As Canadian Wildfires Burn Canadian wildfire smoke expends south Thursday and Friday.AccuWeather Smoke improvement forecast from AccuWeather.AccuWeather Areas around New Yor…
Here's When Air Quality Will Improve — But It's Going To Get Worse First, Forecasters Say Here's When Air Quality Will Improve — But It's Going To Get Worse First, Forecasters Say
Here's When Air Quality Will Improve — But It's Going To Get Worse First, Forecasters Say The air quality in the Northeast could get worse before it gets better, meteorologists say. (Click here for the updated smoke forecast). A red air quality alert (unhealthy) was issued across Washington, DC and most of Maryland, while parts of Virginia were in the orange (unhealthy for certain groups) and yellow (moderate) zones due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires being pushed into the area. The question on everyone's mind now: When will air quality improve? According to Weather.com, possibly as soon as this weekend. The region is expected to see a change in weather pattern, which is …