Thunderstorms will clear wildfire smoke from Northeast ahead of World Cup final, meteorologists say
- Posted on July 18, 2026
- By CNBC
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In brief
Meteorologists forecast that severe thunderstorms sweeping across the Northeast will significantly improve air quality at MetLife Stadium before the World Cup final. Despite recent heavy rainfall, wildfire smoke continues to blanket the region, creating hazardous atmospheric conditions. Weather experts predict incoming storm systems will disperse the smoke layer and provide cleaner air for the major sporting event, though monitoring continues as conditions remain dynamic.
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Thunderstorms will clear wildfire smoke from Northeast ahead of World Cup final, meteorologists say
At MetLife Stadium, where the World Cup final is scheduled to take place, the sky was a thick, soupy gray even after a drenching thunderstorm.
