"Canadian Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Midwest, Triggering Code Red Air Quality Alert"
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The D.C. area is experiencing "Code Red" air quality due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. Particle pollution will be worse than the previous day, and people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children are advised to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion. The smoke is expected to clear by Friday, with an increase in humidity and the possibility of thunderstorms.
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