Wildfires raging across Canada have resulted in widespread poor air quality throughout the Midwest and Northeast U.S., prompting multiple air quality alerts from regions such as New York to Minnesota. Cities including Toronto and Minneapolis have seen air quality rankings among the worst in the world, with health advisories recommending residents monitor for symptoms like coughing and dizziness. Smoke from these wildfires continues to blanked significant areas, affecting daily life and prompting officials to urge for more effective forestry efforts in Canada. Residents are being advised on how to protect themselves from the hazardous air conditions, which are expected to persist for several days.