These maps show where wildfire smoke is making the air quality hazardous to people’s health
The Air Quality Index for some East Coast cities has topped 400, a level that makes it dangerous for anyone to go outside.
As more than 400 wildfires burn in Canada, smoke is pouring into cities including New York and Washington, D.C. A government map shows how the smoke is moving across the country, with the highest pollution levels on the East Coast and in parts of the Midwest. And if you’re wondering whether it’s safe to go outside, real-time air quality maps can help.
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