Killer Smog of 1966 hits New York City over Thanksgiving
Date Range
November 24, 1966 – December 1, 1966
Title
Killer Smog of 1966 hits New York City over Thanksgiving
What occurred
Another wave of smog impacts the city over Thanksgiving as a result of a warmer than usual fall that trapped air above Manhattan, causing an official air-pollution emergency. Beginning on November 24, a dense smog blanketed the city, not moving until November 27 after a cold air mass swept it away. It was later discovered residents were affected by the smog for the following 4 days. In the end, over 10% of the city's population was harmed or had lasting effects.
Location
151 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001
Image Citation
Brody, Jane. “Millions Plagued by Air Irritants.” New York Times. Nov 26, 1966.
Student name(s)
Destiny Hallenbeck