Haze

Air quality levels have been bad in Accra since December as harmattan season kicks in across Ghana. The data coming in shows the situation is not improving.

Hazy skies over Accra: Harsh harmattan season in Ghana leads to health hazards, poor air quality

Climate Change

Severe, dry winds during the harmattan season are not new in Ghana. But experts with the country’s environmental agency say climate change is intensifying these weather conditions, leading to increased respiratory problems and poor air quality in Accra, the country’s capital. 

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Environment

Mexican Fires

Asian Haze

Artic Haze

The World

The Haze Over Trade

An increase in trade from Asia has caused an increase in air pollution in California. Some Southern Californians are calling for stricter controls but not everyone believes the restrictions are necessary.