Smoke from wildfires in Canada has affected air quality in several states in the Midwest and northeastern United States, posing a health threat. Air quality alerts have been issued in eight states, urging vulnerable groups like children, those with heart or lung disease, and the elderly to limit outdoor activities. The affected states include Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, and New Hampshire. The smoke consists of gases and particles that contribute to poor air quality. New York City currently has the second-worst Air Quality Index (AQI) in the US, indicating unhealthy air conditions. Indianapolis and Dayton, Ohio also have unhealthy air quality. Currently, there are 414 active wildfires burning across Canada, with over 100,000 people evacuated and more than 9 million acres charred. Last week, smoke from wildfires in Nova Scotia reached the Northeastern US, causing visibility and odor issues. In the US, certain states such as Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, Washington, and Alaska are under “red flag” warnings due to hot, dry, and unstable weather conditions conducive to wildfires. The National Weather Service has advised people in those states to avoid activities that could potentially spark wildfires, including outdoor grilling, smoking, and tree cutting.
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