Shocking photos show iconic Mackinac Island bridge disappearing into wildfire smoke

Canadian wildfires have sent dense smoke into Western New York, resulting in shocking images of the Mackinac Island bridge disappearing into the haze. On Wednesday afternoon, the air quality in Buffalo and surrounding areas deteriorated significantly. Consequently, an air quality alert remains in effect across Western New York until at least midnight, with a potential extension into Thursday. Viewer-submitted photos document the atmospheric impact as smoke from the Canadian fires rolls into the region.