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Wildfire Smoke Affecting North America
Wildfire smoke from approximately 120 uncontrolled Canadian wildfires has drifted across the United States border, creating hazardous air quality conditions in major cities from Chicago to Washington, DC. The smoke has contributed to some of the most polluted air recorded in the US. The situation has also affected the FIFA World Cup, which has already faced challenges from extreme heat and humidity, and raises questions about climate preparedness in major sporting events.
Key takeaways
- 1.Smoke from 120 out-of-control Canadian wildfires has crossed into the United States, affecting air quality across multiple major cities
- 2.The resulting air pollution levels represent some of the worst recorded in the US
- 3.The wildfire smoke adds to existing climate challenges for events like the FIFA World Cup and highlights a lack of climate preparedness planning
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