Smoke from Canadian wildfires moving into Chicago area
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Air quality in some parts of the United States is worsening as smoke from dozens of wildfires in Canada travels south, pushed by winds high in the atmosphere.
According to forecasters at AccuWeather, cities where smoke is expected to become thick enough to be noticeable include Fargo, North Dakota; Minneapolis and Duluth, Minnesota; Green Bay and Milwaukee; and Chicago, Illinois. Additionally, high-altitude wildfire smoke may be visible as far southeast as Detroit and Indianapolis.
Smoke from 150-plus wildfires in Canada could affect air quality and cause health problems for Americans. Is Ohio in the path? What to know.
Wildfire smoke from Canada will dominate the headlines this weekend. A cold front will continue to drag smoke from large wildfires in Manitoba and Saskatchewan southward into Minnesota. The highest concentration of smoke is expected through Saturday morning and afternoon.
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, May 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Skies choked with wildfire smoke can affect people’s heart and lung health for up to three months afterwards, a new study says.
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