Ferries halted, alarms triggered as Sydney choked by bushfire smoke

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Ferries halted, alarms triggered as Sydney choked by bushfire smoke
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SYDNEY - Smoke from Australia’s fierce bushfires settled over Sydney in still conditions on Tuesday, setting off fire alarms, and halting ferry services as famous landmarks disappeared behind some of the worst haze seen in the harbour city.

Broome said while many people would experience sore eyes, nose and throat irritations, those with pre-existing health conditions and young children and the elderly were at particular risk. That haze has turned the daytime sky orange, obscured visibility and prompted many commuters to wear breathing masks.

“It is eerie, many people have decided to leave, and I’m going to do the same,” said Calvert, who lives north-west of Sydney.

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