Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened

Author: AFP and ReutersPublished on: July 16, 2026Country: Canada

Environment & Climate

Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened

Wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario caused Toronto to rank as the world's most polluted city on Wednesday, according to IQAir. The Air Quality Health Index reached 10+ (very high risk). Northeastern US states including New York issued health alerts. A Canadian National train was evacuated near Armstrong, Ontario.

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