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"Canadian Wildfires Blanket North America in Smoke, Threatening Air Quality for Millions"

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"Canadian Wildfires Blanket North America in Smoke, Threatening Air Quality for Millions"
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Canadian wildfires have caused air quality alerts for nearly 60 million residents across 11 US states, including Chicago, Detroit, and Cleveland. The smoke, originating from over 400 fires in British Columbia, contains harmful pollutants that can lead to respiratory issues and long-term health problems. The US will continue to be affected by the smoke depending on weather conditions and fire activity, as Canada experiences its worst fire season on record, with over 24 million acres burned so far.

Topics:top-newsenvironment#air-quality-alerts#canadian-wildfires#environment#health-risks#smoke-pollution#united-states
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