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NYC Schools Shut Down Outdoor Play Due to Smoke | New York City News
New York City schools are forcing kids indoors this summer as wildfire smoke blankets the city, turning outdoor play into a health hazard. With air quality so poor, even recess and sports are canceled — kids now shuffle between air-conditioned gyms playing card games instead of basketball or soccer. Principals and summer program organizers are scrambling to adapt, but not all indoor spaces are safe, especially for students with asthma. Despite the disruption, attendance remains strong as families rely on these programs. The city once distributed air purifiers during the pandemic — but many…
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