New York City and surrounding areas were placed under an air quality alert as smoke from massive wildfires raging across Canada spreads into parts of the northeastern United States.
The alert- which is in effect from 11 am to 11 pm on Wednesday- was issued after smoke drifting from active fires in Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan led to diminished air quality in several US states.
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The advisory covers New York City and nearby counties including Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester, as per CBS News.
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The US Environmental Protection Agency and local health departments urged residents in affected areas to limit outdoor activities and use air purifiers or masks when necessary.
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