DNR Recommends Wisconsinites Limit Time Outside Due To Canadian Wildfire Smoke

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is recommending Wisconsinites reduce their time outdoors Tuesday, June 3 and into Wednesday, June 4 due to ongoing air quality advisories resulting from Canadian wildfire smoke.

Smoke will be moving from the northwest to the southeast across the state throughout the day. An air quality advisory is in effect until noon today for the northwestern part of the state, as health impacts are expected to reach the UNHEALTHY level, with short-term spikes of VERY UNHEALTHY levels possible. This advisory will be extended to the full state, effective from noon today through noon Wednesday.

The DNR is closely watching the air quality forecast. Expect some impact on air quality to continue through most of this week.

People with heart or lung disease, older adults and children should consider making outdoor activities shorter and less intense and reduce heavy exertion. Consider rescheduling or moving events indoors.

Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke

• Check your local air quality index.
  • Get current air quality conditions from the statewide air monitoring network – Wisconsin Data Map.
  • Download the free WisconsinAQM mobile app to receive air quality updates from anywhere using their mobile device. Download in the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
  • Sign up to receive air quality advisory notices to your email or via text.
• Stay indoors.
• Close doors and windows.
• Avoid activities that increase indoor pollution: vacuuming, frying food, burning candles or using gas-powered appliances.
• Install a high-efficiency air filter.
• Use an N95 mask if outdoors for long periods.

This is the second time this year that an air quality advisory has been issued in Wisconsin. Both have been a direct result of Canadian wildfire smoke. Air quality advisories are expected to continue through the summer, as wildfires continue to occur. The DNR asks the public to stay vigilant as advisories are issued.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.