Heavy smoke from wildfires is darkening skies from the US Midwest to the East Coast, in photos

Wildfire smoke has blanketed skies across a vast stretch of the U.S., from the Midwest to the East Coast, causing a noticeable darkening of the day and an unpleasant odor. This phenomenon, driven by distant fires, underscores the broader issue of climate change exacerbating wildfire frequency and intensity. The smoke's impact on air quality isn't just a temporary nuisance but highlights the urgent need for measures to combat the root causes of such environmental crises.