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Canadian wildfire smoke brings worst air quality in the world to Chicago, creating unhealthy conditions for all
The hazy skies in the Chicago area are the visible sign of the poor air quality on Thursday as smoke from Canadian wildfires ...
Air quality ‘moderate’ in most of Cook County from Canadian wildfire smoke, but worse in northern Illinois
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to affect air quality across the Midwest, though Monday’s conditions were an ...
Here's where Canadian wildfires are impacting air quality in the US
Breathing in polluted air for extended periods of time can pose a serious health risk for people, especially for vulnerable ...
Chicago Botanic Garden responds to worker safety concerns over air quality
After weeks of wildfire smoke from Canada, union workers say safety protocols aren't enough—here's how the Garden is ...
Editorial: Smoky air should not become a permanent hallmark of Chicago summers
Chicago’s summer skies are increasingly foul due to Canadian wildfires, especially when the weather otherwise is nicest. This ...
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Chicago weather: Above-average heat to continue through weekend
An Air Quality Alert is active until Thursday night at midnight. People with sensitivities should take precautions.
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Minneapolis, Chicago keep smoky streak of days atop world's worst air quality readings into weekend
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to choke the skies over the Upper Midwest this weekend, with the milky haze even ...