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environment5 months ago•3 min saved

Minnesota Faces Extended Poor Air Quality Due to Wildfire Smoke

Parts of Minnesota are experiencing the worst air quality in the world due to Canadian wildfire smoke, with an air quality index exceeding 220 in some areas, prompting a statewide health alert until August 2nd. The smoke, transported by winds from wildfires in Canada, is expected to linger and worsen air quality, especially in northern and central Minnesota, affecting sensitive groups and the general public. Authorities advise limiting outdoor activities and staying informed about air quality updates.

via MPR News|

#air-quality #environment #health-advisory

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches Europe, Prompting Concerns Over Air Quality

The wildfires in Canada have generated "record levels of emissions" that have now sent a smoke plume across the Atlantic to Europe, according to a report by Copernicus. The fires have intensified throughout June, emitting a significant amount of carbon emissions. The smoke from the Canadian wildfires has caused poor air quality in the northeastern U.S. and has now reached Europe. The fires in Quebec and Ontario have led to a strong episode of long-range smoke transport crossing the North Atlantic. While the smoke is not expected to have a significant impact on surface air quality in Europe, it reflects the intensity of the fires.

via CBS News|

#air-pollution #canadian-wildfires #copernicus

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

Minnesota's Air Quality Reaches Unhealthy Levels Due to Wildfire Smoke

A thick smoke plume from Canadian wildfires has brought unhealthy air quality to Minnesota, with air quality readings in the unhealthy-for-everyone range across most of central Minnesota. The air quality alert has been expanded to include all of Minnesota and most of western Wisconsin until Thursday. However, air quality is expected to improve on Thursday and Friday as cleaner air pushes into eastern Minnesota from the Great Lakes.

via MPR News|

#air-quality #environment #minnesota