00:00Just when it looked like the smoke might ease up,
00:02forecasters say the air quality is expected to get even worse across parts of the eastern United States.
00:09According to reports, thick wildfire smoke from Canada is expected to spread deeper into the northeast and mid-Atlantic through
00:16Friday,
00:17with more than 115 million people potentially experiencing unhealthy air.
00:23Some cities could see hazy skies, reduced visibility, and air quality levels that may be unhealthy, especially for sensitive groups.
00:32Health experts say children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with asthma, heart disease, or lung conditions should limit prolonged
00:41outdoor activity.
00:42If the air looks smoky, keep windows closed when possible, use an air purifier,
00:48and wear a well-fitting N95 mask if you need to spend extended time outside.
00:54Forecasters expect conditions to begin improving after Friday as weather patterns shift,
00:59but local air quality may change throughout the day depending on the wind.
01:04If you're in an affected area, check your local air quality before heading outside.
01:09Stay safe and let us know how the sky looks where you are.
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