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18 July
Wildfires in Canada continued to devastate communities, sending smoke that affected cities as far as New York.
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Wildfires in Ontario, Canada, have resulted in widespread devastation, with nearly 200 active fires reported as of mid-July 2026. The fires have led to significant smoke production, which has drifted across large areas of eastern North America, impacting air quality in several U.S. cities, including New York. The smoke has created a thick orange haze that obscures skylines and ventures southward into regions of the northeastern United States.
The fire situation in Ontario remains critical, with more than 130 of the active fires burning uncontrollably. Residents and officials have reported a dramatic decline in air quality, prompting health warnings and advising the public to take precautions. People in affected areas, including major urban centers like New York City, have noted elevated pollution levels, experiencing symptoms such as stinging eyes and respiratory discomfort as the smell of smoke fills the air.
Images and reports indicate that the haze has severely diminished visibility, giving urban landscapes a surreal appearance and leading many to wear masks outdoors. The Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre has acknowledged that approximately 838 wildfires are currently burning across Canada, heightening concerns over health and environmental impacts as the situation continues to evolve.
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