Wildfire Smoke Forces Advisories Across Northeast as Marlon Verasamy Notes Widespread Air Quality Concerns
Persistent smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing hazy skies and pollution advisories across the Northeast, according to forecasts. The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services issued a smoke advisory after multiple sources warned of smoke plumes impacting states from the Upper Midwest to New England. National Weather Service meteorologist Marlon Verasamy noted that the hazy conditions are visible across Vermont, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, causing the sun to appear red or orange due to light refracting off smoke particles. Current air quality is rated "moderate," meaning sensitive groups should limit prolonged outdoor activity. The smoke, originating from hundreds of wildfires across Canada, is expected to impact the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes regions before improving as rain moves in later in the week. Officials advise residents to keep windows closed when smoke is heavy. Health experts recommend that children, older adults, and people with respiratory issues monitor local air quality indexes and limit strenuous outdoor time.