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HEALTHJul 16 · 20:41 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLEPeter Zampa

Wildfire Smoke Chokes Skies from Great Lakes to East Coast

Wildfire smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused hazardous air quality across the Great Lakes to the East Coast, affecting 100 million people. Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in some areas reached 500, prompting health advisories and the distribution of free masks in New York City. Hazardous conditions are expected to persist through Friday.

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