Wildfires Are Raging in the Canadian Prairies: What to Know

nytimes.comPublished: 6/4/2025

Summary

As wildfires sweep across parts of Canada and the U.S., concerns grow over the impact on air quality in regions like the Upper Midwest, where smoke from Prairie fires has led to air quality warnings. In 2023 alone, fires near Quebec caused New York skies to turn vivid orange due to particulates in the atmosphere. Health advisories have been issued for vulnerable groups across affected areas, urging residents to limit outdoor activities and monitor their well-being closely.