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Wildfire Smoke Over New Jersey Raises Concerns About World Cup Final Going Ahead
Times of India·Saturday, 18 July 2026
Wildfire smoke has pushed air quality in New York and New Jersey to unhealthy levels, right before Sunday's World Cup final. Spain trained outdoors despite the hazardous conditions. Organisers are monitoring the situation closely, though forecasts suggest conditions may improve.
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