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Over 181 wildfires are currently burning in Canada, with 92 uncontrolled, impacting air quality in the northern US. Smoke is causing unhealthy air conditions in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin, with alerts issued. British Columbia (69) and Alberta (49) have the most fires. Saskatchewan and Manitoba declared states of emergency, evacuating 17,000 residents. Dry conditions hinder firefighting efforts, prompting assistance from other Canadian provinces and US states.