"A thick haze of smoke is blanketing New York City, leaving residents to wonder if the air they're breathing is safe. As devastating wildfires continue to rage across Canada, the Big Apple is feeling the effects, with many residents reporting a noticeable change in air quality. 'You can taste the smoke,' says one New Yorker, describing the acrid smell that's become a persistent presence in the city. With air quality indexes reaching hazardous levels in some areas, health experts are warning of potential health risks, and officials are scrambling to assess the impact of the Canadian fires on the city's air quality."
‘You can taste the smoke’: New Yorkers on air quality as fires burn across Canada BBC
