smoke, wildfires and Canadian provinces
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Wildfire smoke is making its way into the atmosphere today, primarily at upper levels, but residents are reminded to prepare for potential air quality issues from distant wildfires.
States of emergency were declared in Saskatchewan and Manitoba this week after wildfires forced thousands to evacuate in the Canadian provinces.
Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada is expected to cast a haze over the skies — and diminish air quality — in parts of the U.S. over the coming days.
The federal government forecasts above-normal wildfire potential in much of the West and some southeastern states, and there's heightened concern with cuts to the U.S. Forest Service. KNAU News Director Ryan Heinsius discussed the ongoing season on NPR's Morning Edition.
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