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Massive Wildfires in Ontario Turn Toronto’s Air Quality Worst Worldwide, Smoke Reaches New York Before World Cup Final
Massive wildfires in northwestern Ontario have severely polluted Toronto’s air, making it the worst among major cities worldwide. The smoke has spread into the northeastern U.S., including New York, leading to health warnings ahead of the World Cup final in New Jersey.
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- 01Wildfires in northwestern Ontario have made Toronto’s air quality the worst globally among major cities.
- 02Smoke from the fires has spread to northeastern U.S. states, including New York and Michigan.
- 03Canada currently battles 857 active wildfires, with 23 new ones reported on Thursday.
- 04Toronto canceled FIFA World Cup fan events due to hazardous air pollution.
- 05New York authorities warned residents to avoid strenuous outdoor activities before the World Cup final.
- 06A Canadian National Railway train was trapped by fire near Armstrong, Ontario, but crew were safely rescued.
Authorities have urged residents to limit outdoor activities as dangerous air quality conditions persist.
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