"New York Residents Breathe Easy No More: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Chokes City Air" As a massive wildfire continues to rage in Canada, New York residents are bracing for a prolonged period of poor air quality. The Canadian inferno has been spewing massive amounts of smoke and pollutants into the atmosphere, which is now drifting southward into the Empire State. With air quality indexes already elevated, health officials are warning residents to take precautions to minimize their exposure to the hazardous particles. From wearing masks to limiting outdoor activities, New Yorkers are adapting to a new reality as they navigate the challenges of living in a region affected by the devastating Canadian wildfire."


New York urges precautions as Canadian wildfire smoke worsens air quality  WRGB