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Smoke from wildfires in Canada shrouded the Manhattan skyline on July 15, 2026.
The EPA's Air Quality Index (AQI) measures how safe, unhealthy, or hazardous the air outside is. Here's a guide on how to read the AQI.
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Smoke from wildfires in Canada shrouded the Manhattan skyline on July 15, 2026.

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Even short-term exposure to bad air poses major risks to your respiratory health.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires can travel hundreds or even thousands of kilometres, turning a distant fire into a serious…

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