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Portland’s air turned toxic on August 3rd, ranking among the worst in the world—worse than Wuhan and Cairo—thanks to wildfire smoke choking the city. Historic fires, fueled by shifting winds that funneled smoke into the Willamette Valley, combined with a brutal heatwave, created a dangerous double whammy. Health officials warned residents to stay indoors as hazy, unhealthy air lingered through the week, reminding everyone how deeply connected nature and urban life are.

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