Los Angeles wildfires: The unique dangers of urban wildfire smoke
As wildfires rage across Los Angeles, the smoke billowing into the air carries more than the expected risks of particulate matter and carbon emissions. …
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Category: Weather
From snake bites to electrocution, serious health risks follow hurricanes
There are various health threats that linger in the aftermath of hurricanes, including contaminated water, mold, increased mosquito activity and disrupted medical care. …
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Calgary hail storm the 2nd-costliest disaster in Canadian history after $2.8B in damage
The Insurance Bureau of Canada says a severe hail storm that battered Calgary last month is the second-costliest event in Canadian history. …
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Fires and floods: 4 disasters across Canada led to record number of insurance claims in 2024
Flooding in Toronto and elsewhere in southern Ontario, as well as in Quebec, along with the Jasper wildfire and Calgary hailstorm led to a 406 per cent increase in claims. …
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