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"Belmont Stakes and Brooklyn Pride Celebrate as Wildfire Smoke Clears"

“Belmont Stakes and Brooklyn Pride Celebrate as Wildfire Smoke Clears”

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Wildfire Smoke Clears in Time for Weekend Celebrations in NYC

The much-awaited and highly celebrated Belmont Stakes, Brooklyn Pride Parade, and Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York City are finally happening this weekend. However, the air quality in the city did not seem promising earlier this week. The air quality advisory issued due to smoke from wildfires in Canada threatened to disturb the events. But on Thursday, the smoke began clearing out, making way for a weekend of celebrations.

Athletic Events in Nassau County Back on Track

The clearing of smoke brings good news for the tens of thousands of people coming to Nassau County to attend the world-famous Belmont Stakes horse racing event. An air quality health advisory earlier in the week had caused cancellation of practice, raising concerns about the race going ahead. But now, everything is expected to resume as usual on Saturday, according to County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

The Belmont Stakes has earned the title of being the safest leg of the Triple Crown. Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced enhanced safety measures to ensure the safety of horses and spectators alike. John Velazquez, the winner of the Preakness Stakes, emphasized the importance of maintaining the track and employing more vets to screen the horses, ensuring their safety.

Celebrating Diversity with Brooklyn Pride Parade and Puerto Rican Day Parade

The weekends’ celebrations are not just limited to exciting athletic events, but also an opportunity to celebrate diversity. The Brooklyn Pride Parade and Puerto Rican Day Parade are two such occasions when people come to celebrate and embrace diversity. The clearing of smoke has brought a sense of relief among the organizers and people participating in these events.

Mickey Heller, co-chair of Brooklyn Pride Inc., expressed excitement about the Pride Parade and said that celebration and parades are the perfect way to end a day full of activities. Mayor Eric Adams also expressed his enthusiasm for the Puerto Rican Day Parade. Hundreds have already participated in the heritage gala, with many more expected to join this historic parade.

Editorial and Advice

The clearing of smoke and the resumption of these events in the face of difficulties is a testament to the strength, resilience, and commitment of the organizers and people involved in them. It is heartening to see people come together to celebrate diversity, sportsmanship, and heritage, even during challenging times.

However, it is also true that the wildfires causing the smoke in the first place are a warning sign of the impact of climate change. As we celebrate and enjoy these events, we must also take a moment to reflect on our actions that contribute to climate change and commit to making changes that can help protect the environment and prevent future disasters.

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