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New York City tops world’s worst air pollution list from Canada wildfire smoke

Canada is on track to experience its worst-ever wildfire season, with more than 400 active wildfires currently burning across nearly all Canadian provinces and territories. The smoke from Canada’s wildfires has drifted south and prompted air pollution warnings across the country.

“This may be the first time we’ve experienced something like this of this magnitude,” Adams said. “Climate change is accelerating these conditions. We must continue to draw down emissions and improve air quality and build resiliency.”