Air Quality Relief Nears as Smoky Skies Persist Across Northeast to Midwest

Over 100 million Americans continue to experience smoky skies due to wildfires, with cities like Washington, DC, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Atlanta reporting unhealthy air quality. However, there is some relief in sight as the thick smoke is expected to thin over the weekend. Air quality alerts remain in place across several states in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic, and Great Lakes regions. Health experts advise limiting outdoor activities to reduce the impact of the smoke, which can cause respiratory problems.