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Lansing State Journal on MSNMichigan likely to see 'moderate' air quality on Monday. What it meansDespite expected rain Sunday night, Canadian wildfire smoke will continue to impact Michigan on Monday, officials say.
The predicted levels of ozone in the atmosphere on Wednesday prompted an Air Quality Advisory to be issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
Rain, thunderstorm chances to dwindle as drier pattern settles in Upper Michigan Wednesday -- moderate air quality from haze, wildfire smoke.
Canadian wildfire smoke is causing air quality alerts and advisories across Michigan. PM2.5 levels are unhealthy in several Michigan cities, prompting recommendations to limit outdoor activities.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) uses a color-coded scale to inform the public about air pollution levels and potential health risks. Michigan residents can check the AQI through various online resources, including the MiAir Quality Index Dashboard and AirNow.
Michigan's air, which has been tainted for several days by wafting smoke from Canadian wildfires, is expected to improve over the weekend, state officials said. But don't breathe too deep a sigh of relief, experts warned: Conditions could decline again early next week.
These storms could produce severe impacts as they advance through. Main impacts include damaging winds and possible small hail. We could also see some heavy rainfall that could reduce visibility. Timing of these storms begin as early as 4 PM and lasts through 9 PM this evening.
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Lansing State Journal on MSNWhen will the air clear? Lansing's air quality index for June 6Canadian wildfire smoke lingers over the Greater Lansing area on June 6. The entire Lower Peninsula is under an air quality advisory.