Smell that? Thick plume of wildfire smoke from Canada drifting over Massachusetts [zSkJCEaLRGF]

Health Updated on August 11, 2026 EDT — Published on August 11, 2026 EDT

Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota began drifting into Massachusetts on Tuesday and is thickening on Wednesday, impacting air quality in the Boston area. WCVB is your home for Massachusetts breaking news and weather. For your latest Massachusetts news and weather visit: For licensing inquiries: