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Smoke Covers Big Mountains in Summer

Mount Hood and smoke from the Grasshopper fire, July 31, 2026. Astronaut photograph ISS075-E-1705.
Mount Hood and smoke from the Grasshopper fire, July 31, 2026. Astronaut photograph ISS075-E-1705.

In summer 2026, astronauts took photos from space. They saw big smoke near famous mountains. The smoke came from fires on the ground.

Mount Rainier wreathed in wildfire smoke, August 4, 2026. Astronaut photograph ISS075-E-2221.
Mount Rainier wreathed in wildfire smoke, August 4, 2026. Astronaut photograph ISS075-E-2221.

One big fire started from lightning in July. Hot and dry weather made the fire grow fast. Many people had to leave their homes.

The smoke moved to other parks and towns. The air became bad for people to breathe. Fires can stay dangerous all August.

How do you protect your health when the outdoor air quality is bad?

Source: adapted from public educational materials

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