Air quality alert in effect for most of Minnesota
This file photo shows a hazy sky in Elko New Market.[courtesy of viewer DeAnn]
An air quality alert is in effect until about 3 p.m. Friday.
The alert is in effect for the majority of the state, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
The National Weather Service reports haze due to Canada wildfire smoke is settling over Minnesota, decreasing visibility in addition to diminishing air quality.
Those most likely to be affected by poor air quality include those who have asthma or other breathing conditions, people with heart disease or high blood pressure, children and older adults, and all who engage in extended or heavy physical activity outdoors.
Affected Minnesotans are advised to stay inside and limit outside air intake.
Follow the latest weather updates here.
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— MN Air Quality Index (@mpca_aqi) July 29, 2021
An air quality alert remains in effect until 3pm Fri. This is a map of forecasted daily AQI. Red is unhealthy and orange is unhealthy for sensitive individuals. All areas in the red and orange shaded area remain in the air quality alert. #MNwx #AQI pic.twitter.com/X028sNcVtB