The highest AQ index in Minnesota (as of 15:00 CDT) is currently the Duluth Area area. Particle Pollution (PM2.5) is measuring at 80 (Moderate). This means air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Over the next few days, the highest Particle Pollution (PM2.5) will be in the Red River Valley North area. It is forecasted to be Moderate, meaning air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Air quality this afternoon is Yellow (Moderate) over most of Minnesota due smoke from fires in the western US and western Canada. Air quality in the Arrowhead is Green (Good), and the fires in far northern Minnesota and Ontario are producing minimal smoke. Fire activity will remain high across the Pacific Northwest over the next few days and a consistent weather pattern will continue to transport smoke east into Minnesota. Moderate (Yellow) surface smoke is expected to impact MN through Thursday. In addition, denser smoke aloft will continue blanket the region produce hazy skies. A low pressure will bring clouds and showers to most of the area on Friday, and the rain could potentially bring air quality down towards Green.
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