Here's how air quality in Minnesota compares to other areas across the U.S.
Across the country, more than 152 million Americans — or 45% — are living with unhealthy levels of air pollution.
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Across the country, more than 152 million Americans — or 45% — are living with unhealthy levels of air pollution.
Minnesotans will once again experience hazy conditions and poor air quality this weekend, as wildfires continue to burn across Canada, sending smoke south with the change in wind direction.
If you're seeing a thick haze outside your window, it's likely air pollution. Here's how to find out what the air quality is near you.
A new report on air quality across the U.S. offers a cloudy prognosis on the long-term health of about 156 million residents who live in areas that received an "F" in smog and soot pollution.
Minneapolis residents are sharing concerns with the ongoing demolition of a controversial metal foundry, according to City Councilmember Jason Chavez.
A lawsuit and social media posts have some concerned about an effort to dismantle Minnesota's PFAS ban.
New report from the American Lung Association says nearly 2 out of 5 Americans are breathing unhealthy air.
As holiday travel ramps up, a new report from Climate Central says the future of flying may not be as smooth as we'd like.
The EPA says that Smith Foundry in south Minneapolis violated the Clean Air Act, but the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency questions its methods.
A dense, acrid layer of smog has blanketed India's capital, as it does every year, despite firework bans and farmers being ordered to change their ways.
Minnesota state and tribal leaders met with members of the Environment Protection Agency In Shakopee on Wednesday to discuss how they aim to use $4 million in pollution reduction grants.
Heat waves and fine particulate pollution combine to raise heart attack risk, according to a new study published in American Heart Association's journal Circulation.
Meteorologists with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency use air quality data collected from 24 stations around the state to help determine when to declare air quality alerts.
We know the current air quality in much of Minnesota is unhealthy, but is it bad enough to sideline our summer fun?
Esme Murphy talks with Mike Augustyniak, WCCO's director of meteorology.
On June 14, 2023, the AQI value in Minneapolis was 243. For those who spent most of their time outside that day, the particulate-rich air they breathed in was roughly equivalent to smoking 8.8 cigarettes.
Joseph Dames looks at where the hazardous air in Minnesota is coming from, and what you can do about it.
The MPCA says the AQI level in the Twin Cities Wednesday was the highest its been since the agency started keeping records in 1980.
