Why is the West Coast sky orange? (video)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2020 — California wildfires are, unfortunately, nothing new — but that bright orange sky definitely is. This week on Reactions, we talk with experts who explain the reason behind that Mars-like haze and how climate change is involved:

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