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Canadian wildfire smoke continues to impact Philadelphia, in pictures

Philadelphia's air quality remains ‘hazardous’ due to Canadian smoke.

Parc, one of Rittenhouse Square’s vaunted sidewalk dining spots is was quiet outside at midday Thursday, as restaurateurs and patrons took stock of the poor air quality. Owner Stephen Starr and other restaurant owners shut down outdoor dining in Philadelphia, New York, and Washington, D.C., because of smoke.
Parc, one of Rittenhouse Square’s vaunted sidewalk dining spots is was quiet outside at midday Thursday, as restaurateurs and patrons took stock of the poor air quality. Owner Stephen Starr and other restaurant owners shut down outdoor dining in Philadelphia, New York, and Washington, D.C., because of smoke.Read moreTom Gralish / Staff Photographer

Canadian wildfire smoke continues to hover over Philadelphia and the surrounding region Thursday.

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