Hazy Skies in New Hampshire Due to Canadian Wildfire Smoke
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Smoke from wildfires in south-central Canada has enveloped New Hampshire, resulting in hazy skies and prompting an air quality alert for Rockingham County. The alert, effective through Thursday, is primarily linked to ozone levels, combined with pollutants and smoke, raising concerns particularly for those with respiratory issues, older adults, and young children. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities during peak smoke conditions, especially at elevations above 3,000 feet.
The haze has transformed local skies, occasionally rendering them a milky white or orange hue, allowing for particularly striking sunrises and sunsets as sunlight filters through the smoke. While the smoke is expected to persist through Friday, it will begin to dissipate somewhat by Thursday. A cold front forecasted for the weekend is anticipated to bring showers and thunderstorms, which should help clear much of the lingering smoke from the region.
For continued updates, residents are encouraged to download the free WMUR app, which offers real-time air quality alerts, weather notifications, and more. Local authorities stress the importance of staying informed during this period of reduced air quality as the situation continues to evolve.
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