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Air quality emergencies
Coverage of Air quality emergencies in the Nexus archive.
- Air quality emergencies impact at least 21 states amid wildfires
Air quality emergencies caused by Canadian wildfires have affected at least 21 U.S. states, with smoke and ash impacting cities like Minneapolis and New York. Health officials warned of risks including coughing and shortness of breath, particularly for individuals with chronic conditions.