After battling nearly 200 wildfires, Canada is nearing depletion of its resources, prompting a request for assistance from the US and other countries.

Blazes in the provinces of Manitoba and Saskatchewan have forced thousands to evacuate. Smoke is expected to waft over the U.S. through the weekend.

Wildfires in Saskatchewan are expected to continue to grow aggressively during the next few days, fuelled by high temperatures, winds and dry conditions. And there's no sign of relief in sight, according to the latest update from the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency.

Smoke from 150-plus wildfires in Canada could affect air quality and cause health problems for Americans. Is Ohio in the path? What to know.

Wildfires in Canada are expected to bring smoke and affect air quality in states across the midwest, including Wisconsin, Michigan and Minnesota.

According to meteorologists, the smoke is suspended high in the atmosphere, posing no significant threat to residents on the ground.

On a wider scale, the haze is much more impactful on air quality in the Midwest and the Plains region of the U.S. Canada’s wildfire season runs from May through September.

Wildfires in Canadian provinces of Manitoba and Saskatchewan are creating smoke visible in Michigan. Here's what to know.

Surface smoke could impact part of Minnesota beginning Thursday, and with fires burning out of control in Canada, it could be a smoky summer in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — A Canadian city in Manitoba has ordered all 5,000 residents to leave due to an approaching wildfire. Residents of Flin Flon were told Wednesday they should flee south with their essentials and aim to be out by midnight.