"Wildfires and Heatwave Trigger Unhealthy Air Quality Alerts Across North America"
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The D.C.-area is experiencing Code Red air quality conditions due to smoke from Canada's fires, making the air unhealthy for the general public. It is advised to limit outdoor activity, stay indoors with windows closed and air conditioning on, or wear a well-fitted N-95 type mask when outside. The heat, humidity, and haze will persist through the weekend, with temperatures climbing into the low to mid-80s today. Shower/storm chances increase, but timing is uncertain.
- D.C.-area forecast: Unhealthy air today as heat builds into the weekend The Washington Post
- Millions of Americans are on alert for unhealthy air quality as smoke from wildfires 6abc Philadelphia
- Canada wildfire smoke prompts Maryland to elevate air quality to Code Red on Thursday WJZ
- Op-ed: Chicago's haze underscores need for better forest management Chicago Tribune
- Wildfire Smoke Creating Poor Air Quality | Weather.com The Weather Channel
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