Western wildfires bring haze to New England, increase air quality problems

Smoke from scores of Western fires hit New England. Haze may affect air quality in coastal cities.

Wildfire smoke from numerous blazes in the Western US and Canada has now reached New England, raising concerns about air quality in several coastal cities. The current fires have burned over 1.6 million acres, with the most severe ones in Oregon and Washington. In Western Canada, over 600 wildfires are actively burning, leading to the evacuation of tens of thousands of people. The situation last summer saw smoke from Canada's wildfires reaching as far as Florida, and there are worries that this year could see a similar impact. The extent of the haze could affect air quality in several major cities, including New York City and parts of Maine. The fires in Canada's Alberta and British Columbia have also led to significant evacuations, with popular tourist spots like Jasper being affected.

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