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Wisconsin’s Smoky Crisis Explained | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s skies are choked with thick smoke from Canadian wildfires, pushing air quality to dangerous purple and maroon levels — a stark warning that this isn’t just haze, it’s a health emergency. Since July 14th, high-pressure systems have trapped the smoke at ground level, with forecasts showing it could linger through Friday, July 17th, and possibly into Monday, July 20th. The Air Quality Index clearly shows the risk is elevated for everyone, not just those with preexisting conditions. While Minnesota fires contribute locally, the main culprit is the massive Canadian wildfires. Officials…
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