Smoky Haze from Canadian Wildfires Thins in New England

The wildfires in Canada have been particularly severe this year, with nearly 4,000 wildfires recorded, significantly exceeding last year's figures. The smoke plume is being directed into the United States by high pressure over eastern Canada, affecting air quality from the Midwest to New England.

While coastal areas like Boston are benefiting from onshore winds that help to mitigate the unhealthy smoke levels, inland and western regions of New England are experiencing more significant impacts. A surface front is helping to lift some of the smoke, but air quality alerts may remain in place.

Looking ahead, the high pressure system is expected to shift, allowing winds to clear most of the smoke away by the weekend. Residents can anticipate a return to warmer temperatures and potentially humid conditions as the week progresses.

The haze is expected to thin out gradually over the rest of the week, with significant clearing expected by the weekend.

Sensitive groups, including people with asthma, lung or heart diseases, children, and the elderly, are most vulnerable to the health impacts of the smoke.

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