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Summer Air Quality Alerts Soar in Minnesota

5/11/2025

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Minnesota's summer air quality is at risk, with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) forecasting 16 to 23 alerts. This includes 4 to 7 days of unhealthy ozone levels and 12 to 16 days impacted by wildfire smoke, particularly threatening the health of residents in the Twin Cities and southeastern areas.

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Minnesota's summer air quality is at risk, with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) forecasting 16 to 23 alerts. This includes 4 to 7 days of unhealthy ozone levels and 12 to 16 days impacted by wildfire smoke, particularly threatening the health of residents in the Twin Cities and southeastern areas.