First published Nov 1, 2026, 9:51:16 PM UTC · Last updated Nov 1, 2026, 9:51:16 PM UTC

Medium satellite-observed smoke area centered at 54.056°N, 122.259°W — Near Willow River, BC, Canada

NOAA HMS classified the satellite-observed smoke area as medium density, with observations from 18:10 to 20:00 UTC on November 1, 2026. The source states this is not a ground-level air-quality measurement or health alert.

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Affected location: Near Willow River, BC, Canada

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The source documents a satellite-observed smoke extent but does not report a ground-level air-quality reading or health alert.

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