APOD: July 30 – Red Sun trough Wildfire Smoke

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An image of the Sun taken on July 22, 2026, shows it appearing red due to wildfire smoke acting as a solar filter. The photograph was captured in British Columbia, Canada, and reveals several sunspots, including a significant active solar region. The smoke scatters light, making the Sun appear dimmer and redder than usual. This phenomenon also enhances the colors of sunsets and sunrises.