The Australian Open is dealing with a major smoke problem from nearby bushfires. A temperature inversion formed over Sydney on Monday night and trapped smoke over the area. Adam Scott, Sergio Garcia and Ernie Els are among the pros dealing with the conditions. Players, tournament officials and fans are wearing masks. Some were running out of eye drops. Others squirted salt water up their noses to find relief. The golf continues but officials are monitoring weather, air quality.
Fires creating a smoky scene at Australian Open
The Australian Open is dealing with a major smoke problem from nearby bushfires. A temperature inversion formed over Sydney on Monday night and trapped smoke over the area. Adam Scott, Sergio Garcia and Ernie Els are among the pros dealing with the conditions. Players, tournament officials and fans are wearing masks. Some were running out of eye drops. Others squirted salt water up their noses to find relief. The golf continues but officials are monitoring weather, air quality.