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Thunderstorms clear wildfire smoke, ensuring safe World Cup final

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Wildfire smoke from Canada significantly impacted air quality in the New York/New Jersey area, affecting outdoor activities and raising concerns for the Spain-Argentina World Cup final. Fortunately, a recent thunderstorm front has cleared the air, reducing air quality index readings to moderate levels. This improvement makes it safe for both the 82,000 fans and the athletes to participate in the event, though individuals with respiratory conditions are still advised to take precautions. AI

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Thunderstorms clear wildfire smoke, ensuring safe World Cup final

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Robert Glatter, MD, Contributor ·

    Thunderstorms To The Rescue: Clearing The Air At The World Cup Final

    A weather front has dramatically cleared the air surrounding New York New Jersey Stadium, reducing the Air Quality Index from "unhealthy" to "moderate".

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