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Canadian wildfire smoke again affecting U.S.
Smoke from the wildfires raging in Canada in 2023 have affected parts of the U.S. and even traveled across the Atlantic to Europe. Here is the expected forecast for the smoke.
Smoke, heat could complicate holiday travel plans
Tens of millions of Americans who will be traveling for the Fourth of July holiday weekend may be forced to contend with poor air quality caused by smoke that has drifted into the U.S. from the Canadian wildfires, while the South is also forecast to experience scorching heat. Kris Van Cleave has more.
D.C. among worst air quality in world
Washington, D.C. on Thursday had some of the most polluted air in the world. More than 100 million Americans are under air quality alerts as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to grip the U.S. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the thick haze in the nation's capital.
Canada wildfire smoke hits Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., had some of the worst air quality in the world on Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on air he says "has the texture and smell of a barbecue pit."
Dangerous heat, toxic air affecting millions
More than a dozen people across Texas and Louisiana have suffered heat-related deaths in recent days, as extreme temperatures are forecast to continue. And smoke from Canada's wildfires is drifting south to the U.S. again. Michelle Miller has the latest from New Orleans.
Wildfire smoke causing poor air quality in U.S.
Large portions of the Midwest and Northeast are dealing with unhealthy air conditions due to smoke from hundreds of wildfires burning across Canada. Adriana Diaz has the latest.
Canada wildfires continue impacting U.S. cities
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to impact cities in the U.S. Chicago on Tuesday had the worst air quality in the world, according to the NOAA.
Smoke plume from Canadian wildfires reaches Europe
As of Monday, there were 493 active Canadian wildfires that have burned more than 19 million acres of land.
Air quality improving after days of unhealthy haze
Smoke from wildfires in Canada that turned parts of the East Coast skyline orange is starting to dissipate and is expected to gradually blow away this weekend.
Millions still engulfed in Canadian smoke
Cities across the East Coast have looked hazy for days due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, causing some residents to worry about their health. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more from Washington.
New York City's air quality starts to clear for first time in days
While the orange haze has seemingly moved out of New York City, many people are still at risk of experiencing health issues from the remaining pollution.
White House responds to poor air quality
The East Coast has been engulfed with smoke over the past few days, all stemming from a string of wildfires from Canada. White House national climate adviser Ali Zaidi joins "America Decides" to discuss how the Biden administration is mitigating the poor air quality conditions.
Wildfire smoke moves through Eastern U.S.
Millions of Americans spent a second day Thursday under a veil of smoke from wildfires burning in Canada. The smoke was so thick in New York City Wednesday the air quality blew well past what is considered hazardous. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini reports from Arlington, Virginia, where the air is now sweeping through.
Poor air quality impacts millions for second day
Smoke from Canadian wildfires on Thursday affected residents along much of the East Coast, from New York City to Washington, D.C., impacting monuments, stadiums and restaurants. Doctors warned that young children and people with underlying health conditions were at greatest risk. Christina Ruffini has the latest.
D.C. gets its day in Canada's smoke
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing severe issues up and down the East Coast of the United States. The air quality in the nation's capital is at a very unhealthy level and it is expected to change over the course of the day. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.
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Where will air quality be worst Thursday?
CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson has the forecast for how long the Northeast will be dealing with smoke from Canadian wildfires and what areas will be affected the most Thursday.
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Awful air quality continues across Northeast
Millions of Americans across several states are getting warned about hazardous air. Air quality alerts are in effect after hundreds of wildfires in Canada, many burning out of control, sent smoke streaming into the U.S. An eerie, orange haze moved in over parts of the Northeast, including New York City, where health officials are recommending people wear masks. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Is it safe to work outside amid wildfire smoke? What experts advise.
Millions of workers who work outdoors should take extra precautions due to the poor air quality in parts of the Northeast, a physician says.
Wildfire smoke costs U.S. workers more than $100 billion a year in pay
Air pollution takes an $800 billion annual toll on the U.S. economy. Wildfires — worsened by climate change — are making it worse.
Haze could hang around Northeast and beyond for days, experts warn
One cardiovascular specialist cautions that breathing the air laden with smoke from the Quebec and Nova Scotia wildfires is "probably worse than smoking a cigarette" in some places.
How poor air quality impacts health
Millions of people across the Eastern U.S. are facing dangerous air quality due to hundreds of wildfires in Canada. The haze has disrupted flights and prompted warnings to stay inside. Dr. Leonardo Trasande, children's environmental health specialist, joins CBS News with tips to stay safe from the health risks associated with poor air quality.
When will air quality improve on East Coast?
Smoke traveling down from Canadian wildfires has caused the air quality in several states to reach hazardous levels. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports on how officials are mitigating the fires, and how much longer people can expect the smoke to last. Plus, CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains the science behind the sky turning orange.
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South Korea says it reached a deal to release workers detained in ICE raid
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