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Sunshine, mild temperatures return to Maine as wildfire smoke begins to thin out
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Sunshine, seasonable temperatures, and low humidity levels are all on tap for Wednesday in Maine. Wildfire ...
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Wildfire smoke is like smoking 'half a pack a day.' Here's how to protect yourself
As Canadian wildfires spread smoke across the U.S. the air pollution is dangerous to health. But there are ways to protect ...
Canadian wildfire smoke is lingering in Maine. Here’s what you should know before heading outside.
While alerts have been downgraded from 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' to 'moderate,' the air quality could still be a ...
Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Maine, creating hazy views and some health concerns
The Canadian wildfire smoke is hard to miss if you've spent any time outside today or over the last couple of days in ...
Why wildfire smoke intensifies reds and oranges in sunrises and sunsets
This is why even without the presence of smoke, many sunrises and sunsets appear yellow or orange. Smoke particles in the sky ...
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The health risks of wildfire smoke exposure, even from miles away
Wildfire smoke is particularly harmful to kids’ respiratory health. One study found that a 10-unit increase of fine ...
More Canadian wildfire smoke headed to Maine
Wildfires raging across Canada show no signs of slowing down, and their effects continue to be felt in Maine and throughout ...
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Particle size matters: why wildfire smoke is so harmful
Maine's air quality continues to suffer from lingering Canadian wildfire smoke, so we asked a health expert why exposure to ...