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Smoke Shuts Down Summer Fun | Pittsburgh News

Smoke Shuts Down Summer Fun | Pittsburgh News

Published 3 weeks, 4 days ago
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Wildfire smoke has turned Allegheny County into a haze-filled nightmare, forcing closures from public pools to amusement parks like Kennywood and Idlewild, and even canceling the summer concert series. With air quality hitting Code Purple levels, high-profile events like the America’s Mile race and John Lewis tribute marches had to go indoors—or be canceled altogether. Despite the smoky skies, some festivals like Picklesburgh still drew crowds, with attendees staying cautious but determined to enjoy the day. Even the South Side Street Fest was shut down, as visibility dropped to near zero—proof that these wildfires are reshaping how we live, play, and gather.

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