The sun rises behind the skyline of lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center in New York City amid hazy fumes from ongoing Canadian wildfires that have enveloped the skies in the Northeast.
In Toronto, the poor air quality will last into the weekend, officials warned Wednesday.
"Air quality and visibility due to wildfire smoke can fluctuate over short distances and can vary considerably from hour to hour," officials said in a"Special Air Quality Statement.""Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health even at low concentrations. Continue to take actions to protect your health and reduce exposure to smoke.
"This decision is aimed at minimizing exposure to the poor air quality and ensuring a safe learning environment for everyone," the superintendent said.The sun rises over a hazy New York City skyline as seen from Jersey City, N.J., June 7, 2023.
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