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Smoke from Pacific Northwest wildfires forecast to drift into Bay Area
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Amy Larson , as published by KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This is forecast to happen over the next 48 hours, affecting the San Francisco Bay.
Bay Area residents can expect smoke from Pacific Northwest wildfires to drift into the region. This is forecast to happen over the next 48 hours, affecting the San Francisco Bay. The Bay Area Air District has taken action in response to the expected smoke.
An air quality advisory has been extended and is now in effect through Thursday. Further details about the air quality advisory and the impact of the smoke are available from the Bay Area Air District. Residents can check with the district for more information on the expected air quality conditions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 5, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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