Air quality alert in effect across Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, as wildfires continue
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for parts of Minnesota, including the Twin Cities metro area, for Tuesday through Friday, as wildfires in the northern parts of the state and Canada continue.
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4 sourcesWildfire smoke is blanketing Minnesota. Here’s how to stay safe.
Wildfire smoke concentration is now record-setting. Air quality alerts cover most of Minnesota.
Air quality to worsen in Minnesota as dangerous heat continues
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4 sourcesWildfire smoke triggers unhealthy air alert across southeast Minnesota
Air quality alert issued throughout Minnesota
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5 sourcesAir quality alert in effect across Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, as wildfires continue
Air quality through much of Minnesota expected to reach hazardous levels
Air quality to worsen in Minnesota as dangerous heat continues
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3 developments- Jul 14Air quality alert issued throughout Minnesota
- Jul 15Air quality to worsen in Minnesota as dangerous heat continues
- Jul 16Wildfire smoke leads to air quality concerns across Minnesota
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