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Canadian wildfires spread an eerie haze across much of the Eastern U.S. | NPR

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Live updates: Canadian wildfires spread an eerie haze across much of the Eastern U.S. | NPR

So far this year, 2,214 wildfires have raged across Canada, according to Minister of Emergency Preparedness Bill Blair. The blazes have burned 3.3 million hectares — or more than 8 million acres.

The country is currently battling 413 wildfires, 249 of which are categorized as out of control, and an estimated 26,000 people remain evacuated from their homes.

Across Qu?bec, more than 150 fires are raging, many of which are burning out of control, according to the province's forest protection service. Authorities have restricted access to parts of the forest and closed some roads.
Map: Cold Brook Spring State Forest
Map: Alder Bottom Wildlife Management Area
Terrain Map: Kingston and Catskill Mountains

Syracuse’s air is the state’s most polluted right now by Canada wildfires haze – syracuse.com

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Syracuse’s air is the state’s most polluted right now by Canada wildfires haze – syracuse.com

Syracuse, N.Y. -- Central New York has the most polluted air in New York right now because of the thick haze of smoke from Canada wildfires.

That is expected to linger all day and likely into Wednesday as smoke streams in from fires in Quebec, the National Weather Service said.

An air quality alert has been issued for the second consecutive day. People with lung and cardiovascular problems are urged to stay indoors.

Schools across Central New York are keeping kids indoors and canceling outdoor activities. The Syracuse Fire Department is asking people not to call in a possible house fire simply if they smell smoke.

Onondaga County health officials urged residents to stay inside and close windows.