Canadian wildfire smoke sparks U.S.-Canada dispute
Canadian wildfire smoke raises U.S. concerns over forest management and tariffs See why experts cite fuel reduction, prescribed burns, and climate risks
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting into parts of the United States, prompting criticism from President Donald Trump and renewed debate over how Canada manages its forests.
Trump accused Ottawa of neglecting forest maintenance and said the economic impact of the smoke could be considered in tariffs on Canadian imports. He also said he would speak with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about the issue.
The article says some forestry experts and U.S. lawmakers argue that more fuel reduction, prescribed burns, and forest thinning could help limit fire severity, though Canada’s Senate has also said climate change is making wildfire seasons worse and more intense.