Plumes of smoke from the Canadian wildfires are hovering over portions of Michigan. Reading the EPA's Air Quality Index can help you plan your daily activity to ensure it's manageable for your health.

Knowing how to read the EPA's Air Quality Index can help you understand whether smoke from numerous Canadian wildfires makes it hazardous to breathe outside air. "The AQI is an index for reporting ...

There has been a lot of talk about air quality levels as nearly the entire tri-state area has been engulfed by smoke coming down from wildfires in Canada. But what do all the numbers actually mean?

A fast-moving wildfire continues burning in New Jersey's Pine Barrens as of Wednesday afternoon -- already consuming 12,000 acres and only being 35% contained, according to officials. For Wednesday, ...

Canadian wildfire smoke is causing air quality advisories and alerts across Michigan. Lansing's air quality was unhealthy as of June 5, with a PM2.5 of 167, prompting recommendations to stay indoors.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires triggers air quality alerts in northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. Residents, especially sensitive groups, are urged to stay indoors and limit outdoor activities.

ST. LOUIS – The warm weather may draw you outdoors, but heads up, there could be concerns about the air quality for some around the St. Louis region. The National Weather Service forecasts an “orange” ...

Canadian wildfire smoke is affecting air quality in parts of Michigan. The EPA's air quality index (AQI) uses a color-coded scale to inform the public about air quality and associated health risks.