Smoke, Burning Odor In Edison, Metuchen Due To Canadian Wildfires

EDISON, NJ — Smoke from the Canadian wildfires have hit the township and borough, and as a result, there's a smoke haze, township officials said.

Officials sent an alert to residents on Tuesday evening. Residents will see a hazy sky and smell an odor of smoke. "These conditions are expected to remain in our area through tomorrow. There is no fire within the township," Edison officials said.

"There is nothing that can be done at this time. It is believed the condition will lessen with time. If you are experiencing adverse reactions to the smoke, please remain indoors," Metuchen officials said. "If you develop any difficulty breathing call 911. "

Weather officials issued Air Quality Alerts across New Jersey on Tuesday as smoke and haze from ongoing wildfires in Canada lingered in the atmosphere.

This creates unhealthy conditions for sensitive groups during the day and into the evening hours.

"Sensitive individuals, including those with heart or lung disease, the elderly, and the young should limit strenuous activities and the amount of time active outdoors," National Weather Service said.

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