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Wildfire smoke from Canada takes economic toll in U.S.

The smoke from Canadian wildfires that blanketed parts of the U.S. last week forced many people to stay inside for a few days. Ballgames and stage performances were canceled, construction jobs took a break, and school children were not allowed to play outdoors. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Irina Ivanova has more on the wildfires’ economic impact.