Air quality plummets in 20 states as smoke from Canadian wildfires spreads across the US
Summary
Smoke from many wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is spreading across the US, causing poor air quality in over 20 states. Officials have issued air quality alerts and advised people to stay indoors or limit outdoor activities due to unhealthy and hazardous smoke conditions.Key Facts
- More than 180 wildfires are burning in northern Ontario, Canada.
- Smoke from these fires has lowered air quality in over 20 US states, including New York, Michigan, and Illinois.
- Detroit currently has the worst air quality in the world, followed by Toronto and Minneapolis.
- Air quality levels range from "unhealthy" to "hazardous" in affected areas.
- New York City extended its heat emergency plan and opened cooling centers to protect residents.
- Over 100,000 N95 masks are being distributed in New York to help reduce smoke inhalation risks.
- Officials recommend staying indoors, reducing outdoor activities, and using air conditioning.
- Rain is expected to help improve air quality later this week.
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