Dangerous wildfire smoke impacting more than a dozen states
Summary
More than 900 wildfires are burning across Canada, causing heavy smoke to spread into over a dozen U.S. states and worsen air quality. President Donald Trump criticized Canada’s handling of the fires and suggested tariffs against the country. Meanwhile, severe storms with heavy rain, strong winds, hail, and tornado risks are expected in parts of the Midwest, Northeast, and Mid-Atlantic regions.Key Facts
- Over 900 wildfires are active in Canada, sending smoke into the U.S.
- Smoke has caused poor air quality alerts from the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes to the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
- President Donald Trump criticized Canada’s response to the wildfires and proposed tariffs.
- A storm system may help reduce the smoke haze on Saturday.
- Severe weather risks include damaging winds, hail, possible tornadoes, and flash flooding.
- Flood watches are in effect for parts of the Northeast, including New York City and Philadelphia.
- Thunderstorms could bring heavy rain and flooding from West Texas to southern Utah.
- Major cities like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Buffalo face risks from storms.
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