Wildfire Smoke Blankets Calgary, Impacts Air Quality

Canada’s weather agency warned smoke from wildfires was “causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility,” on Tuesday, May 16.

Footage by Scott Machej shows a haze descended on a highway.

According to latest information, there were 92 active wildfires burning in Alberta.

Calgary’s air quality was expected to improve by Wednesday, Environment Canada said. Credit: Scott Machej via Storyful

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