Wednesday Morning News Fix
Summary
This KQED episode covers Pacific Northwest wildfire smoke affecting Bay Area air quality and the trauma of former residents facing new blazes in Washington. Richmond’s Kennedy High School closes due to toxic soil chemicals, while SF Muni announces service improvements. Additionally, COVID levels in Bay Area wastewater have risen, surpassing last winter’s peak.
Topics discussed
Intro and Planet Money ad and show opening
KQED News Fix introduction
Wildfire smoke warnings and evacuations
Richmond high school closure due to chemicals
SF Muni service changes and new stops
Rising COVID levels in Bay Area wastewater
Outro, credits, and advertisements
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