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HEALTHJul 16 · 17:30 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGSScripps News Group

Canadian wildfire smoke brings hazardous air to the US Midwest

Canadian wildfire smoke has caused hazardous air quality in the US Midwest and Northeast, affecting over 115 million Americans. Cities like Detroit and Chicago face the most severe air quality, with smoke expected to spread further this week. Extreme heat and a heat dome are exacerbating the situation by concentrating smoke near the ground.

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