Canadian Wildfires Trigger U.S. Air Quality Alerts Across Regions

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Massive wildfires raging in Canada, reportedly numbering around 200, are causing significant deterioration in air quality across parts of the United States. Authorities have issued alerts as smoke drifts far south, prompting health warnings and raising concerns among residents amid ongoing firefighting efforts.

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