As Canada wildfires choke US with smoke, Republicans demand action. But not on climate change
The Canadian government allocated $45.7 million to 30 projects enhancing wildfire risk assessment and supporting Indigenous fire stewardship to improve resilience during the second-worst fire season since 2023.
- Republicans in several US states have demanded that Canada take action to control wildfires that are causing hazardous air quality, but have not mentioned addressing climate change as a solution.
- Over 700 wildfires are currently burning across Canada, two-thirds of them out of control, with more than 72,520 square kilometres burned so far this year.
- Climate scientists argue that the US and Canada should collaborate on climate change solutions, as the smoke from wildfires impacts both countries, and the underlying cause is known and can be addressed.
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The strongly worded statements and letters are filled with outrage and fury: Republican lawmakers in the United States claim that Canada has done too little to contain the wildfires and smoke that have polluted the air in several states this summer.


U.S. Republicans demand that Canada deal with wildfires – but won’t acknowledge climate change
American lawmakers have called on Canada to better contain fires, but don’t account for their own country’s role in releasing heat-trapping gases
While forest fires in Canada stifle the United States under the smoke, Republicans demand action from their northern neighbours. But not on climate change. "Instead of enjoying a family holiday on Michigan's beautiful lakes and campsites, for the third consecutive summer, the U.S. is [...]
As Canada wildfires choke US with smoke, Republicans demand action. But not on climate change (World)
The sternly worded statements and letters are filled with indignation and outrage: Republican U.S. lawmakers say Canada has done too little to contain wildfires and smoke that have fouled the air in several states this summer. 'Instead of enjoying family vacations at Michigan's beautiful lakes and c...
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