Crews Prepare For Another Heat Wave In The West

The video discusses the current wildfire situation in the West, highlighting over 100 large wildfires burning 2.3 million acres. The National Weather Service has issued air quality alerts and red flag warnings from the northwest to the Northern Rockies. The Dixie Fire, nearing 500,000 acres, is the second largest in California's history, affecting Plumas County with evacuation orders. No deaths have been reported, but four people are missing. The fire has destroyed over 600 buildings, and smoke has impacted air quality in Colorado and Utah, with Denver experiencing the worst air quality globally for a period. The smoke is expected to decrease by the week's end.

What was the air quality rating in Denver compared to other cities?

What does the National Weather Service predict about the smoke situation?