Canadian Wildfires Cause Widespread Air Quality Issues in the US

Smoke from over 100 wildfires in Quebec, Canada, is affecting air quality in New York City, with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issuing air quality health alerts for several regions. While the smoke is expected to mix down close to the surface on Tuesday afternoon, it is not expected to reach hazardous levels. However, those sensitive to pollutants should take precautions, such as conserving energy and reducing pollution. The smoke is expected to continue to impact the area through tomorrow.