Extreme heat and wildfires impact North America
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National Interagency Fire Center, Climate Rights International
USA and Canada
Late June to July 2026
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Record-breaking heatwaves affect the US, with temperatures reaching 111F in Montana. Dozens of wildfires are burning across the US and Canada. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused severe air quality issues in the US.
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