Air

Air And Space April 2

FAA increasing air traffic control staff, supervisors at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

The FAA is increasing air traffic control staffing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near Washington, D.C., following a fatal January midair collision that killed 67 people.

Health January 13

How wildfire smoke affects the body: Doctors warn of health hazards

Wildfire smoke can pose hazards from particle pollution even after only short-term exposure. Experts reveal common symptoms and offer strategies to reduce the risk.

Politics November 16

Republican appears likely to flip majority-Latino California state assembly seat

Republicans in a majority-Latino district in California that includes Indio and Coachella are on course to flip a Democrat state Assembly seat red.

Health October 30

Mercedes owner goes viral using vape to test vehicle's high-tech air filter

TikToker Sheldon Shuffield posted a viral video puffing his vape into his Mercedes' HEPA filter, and the car flagged the air as "very unhealthy." The creator and a respiratory health expert comment.

Alzheimers July 29

Dementia risk rises with exposure to wildfire smoke, per Alzheimer’s Association: 'Real problem'

Wildfire smoke poses the biggest dementia risk than other types of air pollution, according to a new study from the Alzheimer's Association. An expert discusses how to stay safe.

Washington July 3

Details of Apollo astronaut's fatal plane crash revealed

The National Transportation Safety Board has released more information about the crash that claimed the life of Apollo 8 astronaut William Anders last month over the waters off the state of Washington.

POLITICS June 20

EPA sued over 'capricious' big rig emissions standards critics claim could cripple corn industry

Trade, consumer and agriculture groups launched legal action in Washington, D.C., court this week over Biden administration regulatory rules focusing on big-rigs and buses.

Spaceflight May 29

SpaceX Falcon 9 launches EarthCARE satellite to study heating and cooling in Earth's atmosphere

SpaceX Falcon 9 launched the EarthCARE satellite, which will study clouds and aerosols in the Earth's atmosphere, into orbit from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

AIR AND SPACE May 22

What causes air turbulence?

Turbulence is essentially unstable air that moves unpredictably. While it is often associated with storms, clear-air turbulence, which is invisible, is the most dangerous type.

Federal Courts March 7, 2024

25 states sue over EPA soot pollution rule: 'Biden’s radical green agenda'

A new Biden administration Environmental Protection Agency rule setting stricter standards for deadly soot pollution is being challenged in court by 25 Republican-led states.

Michigan March 5, 2024

Massive Michigan industrial fire sparks hundreds of explosions, sending debris flying and killing 1

A massive fire at an industrials building fire rocked a Detroit suburb Monday night, causing hundreds of explosions and sending debris and canisters shooting far into the air.

Thailand February 15, 2024

Thailand's capital issues work-from-home mandate as air pollution hits hazardous levels

Air pollution in Bangkok has reached unhealthy levels, leading the city government to order city employees to work from home for two days, officials say.

Arizona January 15, 2024

Police identify victims killed in hot air balloon crash in Arizona; NTSB releases new details

A pilot and three other passengers were identified by authorities on Monday as the victims killed in a hot air balloon crash in the Arizona desert over the weekend.

Arizona January 14, 2024

Hot-air balloon crash kills 4, critically wounds 1 in Arizona desert

Four people were killed in a hot air balloon crash and one critically injured on Sunday morning in Arizona, according to the Eloy Police Department.

Virginia December 5, 2023

Pilot killed in small plane crash in Virginia identified as local Army veteran

Virginia State Police identified a local Army veteran as the pilot of a fatal plane crash in Fauquier County. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

China August 29, 2023

Global air pollution persists as leading health risk, hitting Asia and Africa the hardest

Despite progress in China, global air pollution remains the primary external threat to human health, particularly impacting countries in Asia and Africa.

Pollution August 12, 2023

Asian capital city named world's most polluted

Swiss air quality technology company IQAir has named Indonesia's capital city the most polluted in the world. The city has a population of more than 10 million.

Weather July 25, 2023

Severe weather in eastern US, Plains could bring tornado, flash flooding threats

As the Plains, Midwest, Northeast and mid-Atlantic brace for severe weather, extreme heat is continuing to expand into the Northeast on by the end of the week.

Alaska July 19, 2023

Alaska volcano eruption eases after emitting massive ash cloud

The Alaska Volcano Observatory said that the Shishaldin Volcano eruption in Alaska that started last week has declined, but also produced a significant ash plume.

Weather July 19, 2023

Severe weather from Midwest to mid-Atlantic brings tornado, flash flooding risks

Severe weather will bring tornado and flash flooding threats from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic as heat bakes the South and wildfire smoke impacts the Great Lakes and Northeast.

VIDEO July 17, 2023

China's pollution is impacting air quality in the US: Jason Isaac

Texas Public Policy Foundation's Jason Isaac provides analysis as U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry attempts to restart climate negotiations with China, the world's top polluter. 

Canada July 17, 2023

Canada wildfires: Trudeau, others mourn second firefighter death as smoke sparks further US air quality alerts

Canadian officials announced the death of a second firefighter during wildfires,, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau among those offering condolences.

Insects July 1, 2023

NYC invaded by winged aphids amid Canadian wildfire smoke, experts say

New York City has been inundated with smoke from Canadian wildfires and mysterious swarms of insects. Experts tell multiple outlets that the insects are winged aphids.

Weather June 30, 2023

Severe weather continues to pummel the Plains, Ohio Valley

As Canadian wildfire smoke impacts air quality in the Midwest, Great Lakes, Northeast and mid-Atlantic, the Plains and Ohio Valley will see more threats from severe weather.

New York June 29, 2023

Canada wildfire smoke raises health risks among Black, poorer residents in the US

Canada’s wildfire smoke is spreading to areas already exposed to industrial pollution, exacerbating health risks among the poor and Black communities that reside there.

Canada June 29, 2023

Canada’s wildfire smoke to spread after heavy rain in Quebec failed to quell the blaze

The heavy rain that recently drenched Quebec missed the areas where Canada’s wildfires were the most active. Air quality is expected to remain a concern through the summer.

Air June 29, 2023

Smoke from Canadian wildfires reaches Europe skies

Canadian wildfire smoke has crossed over the Atlantic Ocean and reached southwestern Europe. A NASA satellite image taken Monday showed the plume over Portugal and Spain.

Colorado June 28, 2023

Colorado wildfire devours nearly 3K acres as Red Flag conditions continue

A Colorado wildfire has spread to nearly 3,000 acres amid Red Flag conditions, forcing air quality health advisories. The fire is just 5% contained on Wednesday.

Weather June 9, 2023

5 best apps to measure air quality

Canadian wildfires have caused changes in air quality. These apps can help track and monitor where the best air quality is for precautionary measures.

VIDEO June 9, 2023

Democrats seize on wildfires to push green agenda

Fox News contributor Steve Hilton responds to Democrats' focus on climate change amid the Canadian wildfires on ‘The Faulkner Focus.’