Smoke from wildfires in Canada is once again causing poor air quality this summer in portions of Michigan.
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued a statewide air quality alert. Shifting winds are set to bring smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota into the Great Lakes region. The smoke has high levels of fine particulate matter, which can cause health issues if inhaled at high rates.
We've gathered some of our past coverage about the Canadian wildfires and how to keep yourself and your family safe when the air quality is bad.
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The Anderson Economic Group has updated its initial analysis of economic damages from an extended period of wildfire smoke from Canada, estimating a total loss in 10 states of more than $38 billion. -
According to a report from the Anderson Economic Group, Michigan lost $4 billion in direct income losses for residents and businesses. The plume created health concerns and closed businesses. -
Michigan has always had dry spells, but they have become longer and more severe. Climate scientists believe Michigan fires may soon resemble the fires that happen annually out west. -
Michigan's air quality is expected to gradually improve in the coming days following last week's hazardous air.
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The Ann Arbor Art Fair is underway this week even as the city experiences hazardous air quality from wildfire smoke. -
A look into how the decrease in air quality from Canadian and northern Minnesotan wildfires are effecting Michiganders, especially in urban zones like Detroit. Plus, The Cans Film Festival is returning to Grand Rapids this weekend, mandating at one recycle can upon entry. And, a new comprehensive biography on architect Albert Kahn who built iconic parts of Detroit from the Fisher building to the Belle Isle Aquarium. -
According to the alert, shifting winds are set to bring smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota into the Great Lakes region. -
The weather forecast does not predict a break in the heat wave until the Fourth of July weekend. -
Ann Arbor has a system of 10 monitoring stations to provide hyper-local access to variations in air quality throughout the city. -
Guest host Zoe Clark hears from one Michigan official who is calling for more action on Canadian wildfires. And, learn more about the inaugural Mini Black Zine Fair happening weekend.
