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Canadian Wildfires Cause Air Quality Alerts Across U.S.
Wildfires in Canada and Minnesota have caused extensive smoke haze across the U.S., leading to air quality alerts for over 100 million people. Washington, D.C., reached a Code Purple air quality level, while Michigan reported its worst air pollution levels since the early 2000s. New York and New England also experienced unhealthy air quality, which improved by July 17, 2026.
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Wildfires in Canada and Minnesota have caused extensive smoke haze across the U.S., leading to air quality alerts for over 100 million people. Washington, D.C., reached a Code Purple air quality level, while Michigan reported its worst air pollution levels since the early 2000s. New York and New England also experienced unhealthy air quality, which improved by July 17, 2026.
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