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Officials have issued special air quality statements in response to dangerous wildfire smoke conditions affecting Toronto and broader Ontario regions. The alerts, intended to protect public health, come as residents brace for a night of reduced air quality and are encouraged to take necessary precautions.

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citynews.ca / Special air quality statement issued for most of Ontario as wildfire smoke expected overnight

Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Toronto, the GTA and most of Ontario as wildfire smoke is expected in the area overnight. Smoke is causing or is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility into Friday morning. The weather agency recommends limiting…

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