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Over 800 wildfires in Canada cause hazardous air quality across US
More than 800 wildfires are actively burning across Canada, prompting air quality alerts to extend into multiple US states. The air is deemed 'hazardous' in areas like Detroit and Minneapolis, with residents advised to stay indoors. Smoke from these fires has created hazy skies as far south.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 12:09 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 12:20 UTC
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