What's actually happening in Canada—and why are millions of people across North America feeling the effects?

In this episode of Sedated by Science, environmental scientist Amber breaks down the science behind the 2026 Canadian wildfires. Learn why these fires have become so widespread, how smoke travels thousands of miles, what you're really breathing when wildfire smoke fills the air, and why fire is one of the most important ecological processes on Earth.

Whether you're seeing hazy skies or just curious about what's happening, this episode explains the science behind one of North America's biggest environmental stories.

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