Dangerous wildfire smoke continues with air quality alerts in at least 17 states

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More than 800 Canadian wildfires burning as air quality alerts extend to US

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CTV NewsMore than 800 Canadian wildfires burning as air quality alerts extend to US BBCWildfire smoke to cause poor air quality in Ottawa today CTV NewsToronto air quality live: City at ‘very high risk,' among worst in the world; Ontario wildfire smoke smothering region today Toronto StarWildfire smoke persists in Toronto, conditions may improve Friday: Environment Canada Global News

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are under air quality alerts across parts of the Midwest and Northeast due to heavy smoke burning from dozens of wildfires primarily in Ontario, Canada.

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The air quality in large parts of Michigan, Minneapolis and Minnesota is deemed "hazardous" by authorities.

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Dangerous wildfire smoke continues with air quality alerts in at least 17 states.

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**Summary:** A dangerous wildfire smoke event persists across multiple U.S. states, with air quality alerts affecting at least 17 states and millions of people. **Why It Matters:** This widespread pollution poses significant health risks to residents, necessitating immediate action from authorities to mitigate the impact on public health.