New York State Issues Air Quality Advisory Amid Wildfire Smoke

New York State's Department of Environmental Conservation and Department of Health have issued an air quality health advisory for Saturday, July 18. The alert covers several regions and is due to fine particulate matter from Canadian and Minnesota wildfires. Forecasts indicate some areas will experience 'Unhealthy' air quality, while others will be 'Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups,' posing respiratory and cardiovascular risks, especially for vulnerable populations.