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Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota pushes farther into the US and engulfs DC in haze
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· July 18, 2026
· 5 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Millions of people in the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states muddled through another day of unhealthy air from uncontrolled wildfires on Friday. The thick smoke enveloped the nation’s capital in a gloomy, eerie haze and prompted Major League Baseball’s Cleveland Guardians
Key takeaway The thick smoke enveloped the nation’s capital in a gloomy, eerie haze and prompted Major League Baseball’s Cleveland Guardians to postpone their game against Pittsburgh Pirates in Ohio.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami residents, though not directly affected by the wildfire smoke, should take note of the air quality concerns in other parts of the country. As a city prone to hurricanes and flooding, Miami is no stranger to environmental hazards that can impact public health. The situation in the Great Lakes and Northeast regions serves as a reminder that air quality can be a major concern, even in areas not directly impacted by the source of the pollution. Miami's own experiences with hurricane-related flooding and sea-level rise make it clear that the city's residents must be mindful of the potential for environmental disasters to affect their daily lives. Furthermore, Miami's large Latin American and Caribbean communities may have family and friends in the affected areas, making the situation more relatable and concerning for local residents. As the smoke continues to spread, Miamians should be aware of the potential long-term health effects of poor air quality.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — Millions of people in the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states muddled through another day of unhealthy air from uncontrolled wildfires on Friday. The thick smoke enveloped the nation’s capital in a gloomy, eerie haze and prompted Major League Baseball’s Cleveland Guardians
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