Headlines 12 August 2025

Smoke from wildfires speeds across Midwest

https://www.weather.gov/

Smoke from wildfires across Canada and the western U.S. continues to spread across the skies across much of the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes, including southern Ohio.

The smoke may dim the sun and create colorful sunrises and sunsets. 

Where the smoke is the thickest, it is reaching the surface at times, slightly reducing visibilities, and creating a burning or campfire smell. 

The smoke will also create air quality issues at times, mainly for sensitive groups. 

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