Canadian Wildfire Smoke Chokes Northeast US and Canada, Triggers Widespread Air Quality Alerts

Smoke from ongoing Canadian wildfires has drifted across large parts of the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada, prompting air quality alerts in cities like New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Montreal, and throughout New England. Authorities have warned that air quality has reached unhealthy levels, especially for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions. The smoke has caused hazy skies, reduced visibility, and forced many to limit outdoor activities. Air quality indices in several regions have reached 'Code Orange' or worse, with some areas like Montreal briefly ranking as the most polluted city in the world. Officials continue to monitor the situation and advise residents to take precautions as the smoke persists.