"Wildfire Smoke from Canada Continues to Affect U.S. Air Quality"

Upstate New York is experiencing a third consecutive day of second-hand wildfire smoke originating from Canadian wildfires. While today's air quality is expected to be unhealthy, the combination of high heat and humidity with the smoke can worsen the effects on individuals with lung and heart problems. The state Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an air quality alert for the entire state, with Western and Central New York expected to have the highest concentration of smoke particles. Experts advise minimizing outdoor activities, especially strenuous ones, and warn that Upstate New York may continue to experience wildfire smoke throughout the summer.