Smoke from summer fires is common seasonally now
Wildfire smoke this week is causing dangerously bad air across the Midwest and Northeast in the U.S. and Canada.
Why it matters. Air quality alerts were issued in New York, Chicago, Toronto, and other areas, and officials urged people to stay inside.
What to watch. Continue monitoring alerts, since climate change can intensify wildfire smoke and hot, dry conditions may prolong fires and spread smoke.
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