Fireworks Temporarily Increase Levels Of Airborne Microscopic Particles

Pulmonary Medicine Blog By Dr Deepu

Fireworks Temporarily Increase Levels Of Airborne Microscopic Particles

The AP (7/1, Ritter) reports that “a study of 315 locations around the” US found that fireworks “temporarily boosted the levels of airborne microscopic particles that can pose a health risk.” The findings were published in Atmospheric Environment.

        The New York Daily News (7/1, Sblendorio) reports that investigators found that “air quality after America’s annual patriotic display is roughly 40% worse than on normal days.”

        USA Today (6/30, Rice) reports that Dian Seidel, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration scientist and study lead author, said, “These results will help improve air quality predictions, which currently don’t account for fireworks as a source of air pollution.” TheWashington Post (7/1, Samenow) “Capital Weather Gang” blog also covers the story.