Wildfire Smoke from Canada Impacts New Hampshire Air Quality
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Several wildfires are currently burning in south-central Canada, sending plumes of smoke towards New Hampshire. Residents can expect to see milky white or even orange skies as filtered sunlight shines through the haze, particularly noticeable later this week.
As the smoke intensifies, air quality is projected to deteriorate on Wednesday, reaching "moderate" levels. This could prompt health advisories, especially for individuals with respiratory conditions, older adults, and young children, who may want to limit their outdoor activities during peak smoke conditions. The effects of the smoke are expected to extend even to elevations above 3,000 feet.
While the smoke poses health concerns, it also promises to enhance the beauty of sunrises and sunsets, creating vibrant displays in the sky. Authorities predict the smoke will linger until Friday, but a cold front bringing showers and thunderstorms is expected to clear much of it out by the weekend.
For ongoing updates, residents can download the free WMUR app on Apple and Android devices to receive alerts specific to their location. Additionally, the Storm Watch 9 team will provide live coverage on social media to keep the community informed about weather conditions.
Stay safe and be weather-aware as we navigate through the smoke and anticipate the upcoming changes in weather.
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