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Wildfire Smoke Lingers in Michigan, Triggering Air Quality Advisories
3 Aug
Summary
- Smoke from Canadian wildfires causing poor air quality in Michigan
- Unhealthy levels of particle pollution expected to continue through Monday
- Residents advised to limit outdoor activities and monitor for symptoms
As of August 4th, 2025, forecasters have extended a statewide air quality advisory in Michigan due to lingering smoke from Canadian wildfires. The smoke is expected to cause unhealthy levels of particle pollution throughout the day on Monday, making the air quality poor enough to be a concern for sensitive groups, such as children and the elderly.
According to meteorologists from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), the high-pressure system causing the wildfire smoke to linger in the Midwest is slowly moving northeast, but the smoke will take additional time to dissipate. There is also a possibility of another plume of Canadian wildfire smoke blowing into Michigan from the south, further exacerbating the air quality issues.
The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) has encouraged residents to avoid strenuous outdoor activities when the air quality is poor, especially if they have respiratory issues or heart disease. SEMCOG has also recommended that people keep their windows closed, run central air conditioning with filters if possible, and avoid outdoor burning or using wood-burning stoves.
