Seeing Smoke or Haze? Here's What You Need to Know
A statewide Air Quality Alert has been issued today due to smoke from wildfires up in Canada and other areas. While much of the smoke is expected to stay high in the atmosphere, changing winds could bring some of it closer to the ground, making the sky look hazy or smoky and affecting the air we breathe.
If you’re a child, older adult, pregnant, or have asthma, COPD, heart disease, or another lung condition, it’s a good idea to take it easy outdoors until air quality improves. Even if you’re generally healthy, pay attention to how you’re feeling if you spend time outside.
A few simple ways to protect yourself:
- Limit prolonged outdoor activity if the air looks or smells smoky
- Watch for symptoms of of coughing or shortness of breath
- Keep windows closed if smoke is noticeable,
- Run air purifiers/air cleaners in your home. Check out our DIY Air Cleaner Instructions!
- Check your local air quality before heading outside with the Air Watch app
Last modified: July 15, 2026
