Wildfire Smoke to Affect Air Quality Across U.S. and Canada

As wildfires rage on, smoke from numerous fires in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia is spreading over a wide area. This smoke is affecting the air quality in both the United States and Canada.

Today, there is a significant impact with wildfire smoke drifting across major regions. The air quality is notably poor in the Northwest and parts of the Plains, while the Plains, Midwest, and East Coast may experience hazy skies.

This movement of smoke, covering a path of roughly 2,500 miles, underscores the extensive reach of these ongoing fires. Such environmental effects are a reminder of the broad impacts that wildfires can have on daily life, far beyond the immediate fire zones.