Cities warn of unhealthy air as Canadian wildfires bring smoke to Midwest, Northeast
Summary
Smoke from nearly 900 wildfires in Canada is causing unhealthy air quality across more than a dozen U.S. states in the Midwest and Northeast. Cities like Philadelphia have declared air quality emergencies as the smoke spreads and health officials warn vulnerable groups to take precautions.Key Facts
- Canada has around 900 wildfires burning, with over 100 out of control, mostly in Ontario.
- Smoke from these fires is affecting air quality in states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C.
- Philadelphia declared a "Code Purple Air Quality Emergency Day," warning health risks for everyone, especially sensitive groups.
- Rain near the Minnesota/Canada border may help some fires, but storms might also bring wind and lightning that could worsen or start new fires.
- The worst air quality is expected near Detroit, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Washington, D.C. on Friday afternoon.
- Some relief from smoke is expected on Saturday in Detroit and Chicago, but heavy smoke will continue from Buffalo to Boston and Washington, D.C.
- Smoke could still be present during major events like the FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey on Sunday.
- Experts recommend wearing N95 masks for protection because they filter the fine particles in wildfire smoke that can reach deep into the lungs.
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