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Friday, July 17, 2026
More than 800 wildfires are currently burning in Canada, affecting air quality…
“More than 800 wildfires are currently burning in Canada, affecting air quality in parts of the US including Michigan and Minnesota.”
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Current reports from BBC, USA Today, the Government of Canada, and the Canadian fire situation reporting systems support that Canada has more than 800 active wildfires and that smoke is affecting air quality in parts of the U.S., including Michigan and Minnesota.
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Checked July 17, 2026 · we'll re-check as this develops
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