Learn what the air quality index (AQI) means, how it impacts your health, and how to stay safe when pollution is high.

If you have been hearing about poor air quality in New York City Friday, you can breathe a deep sigh of relief (literally): ...

Those groups particularly sensitive to particulate matter in the air may want to limit time outside Friday and Saturday.

One possible reason for bad air quality in the city is a fire that broke out yesterday afternoon in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where air quality is notably unhealthy. Why would a fire more than 150 ...

New Jersey's environmental groups are trying to set the agenda for the state's next governor, listing priorities they say the ...

Concerns about hazardous chemicals burning at the site forced the evacuation of two schools and residents within a one-mile ...

Police said some symptoms of fiberglass fire exposure include skin irritation, rashes and blisters, and a sore nose or throat.