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Canada's air ranks as worst in the world due to wildfire smoke

Canada has 835 active wildfires - including 112 that are considered to be burning out of control. The smoke has caused hazardous air quality conditions - with Toronto residents neging warned to stay indoors if possible.…

Canada's air ranks as worst in the world due to wildfire smoke
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Canada has 835 active wildfires - including 112 that are considered to be burning out of control. The smoke has caused hazardous air quality conditions - with Toronto residents neging warned to stay indoors if possible. US officials are concerned that the smog could spread into the northeastern part of the country possibly impacting the world cup final being held in New Jersey.

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Canada's air ranks as worst in the world due to wildfire smoke Issued on: Share Canada has 835 active wildfires - including 112 that are considered to be burning out of control. The smoke has caused hazardous air quality conditions - with Toronto residents neging warned to stay indoors if possible. US officials are concerned that the smog could spread into the northeastern part of the country possibly impacting the world cup final being held in New Jersey.

Published
Jul 16, 2026
Updated
Jul 16, 2026
Source
France 24
Category
Environment
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1 min
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SourceFrance 24
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PublishedJul 16, 2026
UpdatedJul 16, 2026

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