Wildfire Smoke Continues to Impact North America Amid Climate Concerns
Wildfire smoke, once considered a regional issue for the West Coast, has become a widespread problem across North America. The source highlights the increasing frequency and severity of wildfire smoke events, with notable occurrences in Oregon since 2017 and the Midwest experiencing smoke from Canadian fires in 2023. The summer of 2026 has brought yet another wave of smoke, signaling a troubling 'new normal' driven by climate change and rising CO2 levels. The article emphasizes the urgent need for decarbonization efforts to mitigate the root causes of these fires and their associated air quality impacts (CleanTechnica, 2026). 
