Plumes of smoke from the Canadian wildfires are hovering over portions of Michigan. Reading the EPA's Air Quality Index can help you plan your daily activity to ensure it's manageable for your health.

Knowing how to read the EPA's Air Quality Index can help you understand whether smoke from numerous Canadian wildfires makes it hazardous to breathe outside air. "The AQI is an index for reporting ...

When skies are smoky or hazy, there’s a good chance that the air quality has dropped to unhealthy levels. To determine this, we rely on the air quality index (AQI). Watch this video to see what the ...

The AQI is measured on a scale from 0 to 500, with the lower the number, the healthier the air. (Getty Creative) But many Angelenos aren’t sure if the AQI tells the full story, especially given how ...

Check the Air Quality Index (AQI) in your city and stay informed about the air quality levels, from good to severe. Take necessary precautions to protect your health and breathe easy.

Canadian wildfire smoke is causing air quality advisories and alerts across Michigan. Lansing's air quality was unhealthy as of June 5, with a PM2.5 of 167, prompting recommendations to stay indoors.

Neighbors across the Coastal Bend may have noticed some lingering smoke in the air following several fires on Tuesday in areas such as Sinton and on Padre Island. On Wednesday, March 5, people ...

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Smoke from Canadian wildfires triggers air quality alerts in northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. Residents, especially sensitive groups, are urged to stay indoors and limit outdoor activities.

Canadian wildfire smoke is affecting air quality in parts of Michigan. The EPA's air quality index (AQI) uses a color-coded scale to inform the public about air quality and associated health risks.