New York Shrouded in Smoke! Canadian Wildfires Trigger Record Air Quality Alert 🌫️

🔥 Wildfire Smoke from Canada Triggers Air Quality Alert in New York City New York City and surrounding areas are currently under an official Air Quality Alert due to smoke drifting south from widespread wildfires in Canada. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, along with the Department of Health, has issued this warning as fine particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to spike significantly. 🌫 What’s Happening? During the summer wildfire season, massive forest fires in Canada have sent thick plumes of smoke into the atmosphere, which are now impacting parts of the northeastern United States — including NYC. According to officials, Air Quality Index (AQI) levels may rise between 100 and 135, indicating an unhealthy environment, particularly for sensitive groups. 🚨 Health Advisory This level of air pollution poses health risks, especially to: Children Elderly individuals People with asthma or other respiratory conditions Exposure to elevated PM2.5...