PHUKET: Air quality monitoring centres using data from Thailand’s Pollution Control Department (PCD) have reported unhealthy levels of PM2.5 particulates across Phuket yesterday and today (Jan 31-Fe
and we have new developments this afternoon in that deadly condo collapse in surfside, florida, that killed at least 97 people. a judge ruled today that victims and family members who suffered losses will receive a minimum settlement of $150 million. and that s just to start. that s only initial compensation. that number doesn t include any proceeds that could come from multiple lawsuits that have been filed in connection with that building collapse. and turning now to that smoke from western wild fires that has spread across the country, haze is blanketing eastern skies, causing vibrant red sunsets, but as stunning as some of the images are, the smoke is triggering air quality alerts and putting vulnerable communities at risk. nbc news correspondent kerry sanders in charlotte, north carolina, with more. reporter: jeff, the air
ALAMEDA COUNTY - CA â In a meeting hosted by the TriValley Democratic Club, District 16 Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan discussed her top legislation efforts for 2021.
During the March 16 meeting, Bauer-Kahan noted her priority bills would include those pertaining to wildfire prevention, mental health, gender equality, air quality, pesticides and small business paid family leave.
âI donât need to tell this room that wildfires didnât take a break for the pandemic,â she said.
Sheâs currently working with the Alameda County district attorney for Utility Accountability & Wildfire Prevention Act (AB 21). They are co-sponsoring the legislation, which will give district attorneys oversight on utility companiesâ vegetation management.