New Jersey health officials advised residents to limit outdoor exposure as smoke from Canadian wildfires created hazy skies and unhealthy air-quality levels across the state on July 17.
Idaho DEQ forecasts Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups air quality in the Treasure Valley on Aug. 1, with an AQI of 135, as wildfire smoke continues to affect the region. An advisory is active in Ada County, where outdoor burning is prohibited.
Louisiana environmental monitoring data dated July 27 show good readings at several Baton Rouge-area sites, while French Settlement recorded a moderate PM2.5 Air Quality Index of 53.
Smoke from Canadian and northern Minnesota wildfires pushed a station-specific AQI reading to 650 at Detroit-Southwest on July 16, while an air-quality alert remained in effect the following day.
New Mexico rejected Energy Transfer’s request to use state trust land for a Project Jupiter pipeline segment and meter station. A separate air-quality hearing is set for Oct. 19.
Los Angeles County says 82% of surveyed Boyle Heights residents reported very strong odors as Lineage cleanup faces AQMD violations and an Aug. 14 deadline.
An Idaho DEQ smoke advisory covers Ada County, prohibiting outdoor burning as wildfire haze affects Boise and the Treasure Valley. Here is what residents should do.
Vallecito-area residents: CAL FIRE lists Calaveras County as “Burning Suspended” (June 15, 2026, 8 a.m.)—so no residential outdoor burning.
EPA’s July 1 proposal would remove the federal minimum for public notice and comment in SIP-based “minor” air NSR permits. Comments due Aug. 21, 2026.
Wisconsin issued hazardous-category air-quality advisories on July 17 from wildfire smoke. Here’s what Stevens Point residents should do.
Winston-Salem NC – Forsyth County issued a Code Orange ozone action day for July 17. Here’s who should limit exposure and what to do next time.
Lucas County says EPA health guidance for Toledo air is hazardous until conditions improve. Reduce outdoor exertion, keep kids indoors, and protect lungs.
IDEM issued an ozone Air Quality Action Day for South-Central Indiana on Wed., July 15, through 11:59 p.m., expecting “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.”
Code Purple Friday July 17 made air very unhealthy and led to trash & recycling collections canceled and pools/spraygrounds closed—what to do.
Madison, WI faces highs near 88°F, smoke at night, and air-quality guidance to go indoors if you see, smell, or taste smoke.
Pennsylvania DEP issued a statewide Code Purple PM2.5 alert for Friday, July 17. Here’s how Harrisburg residents should plan through Saturday.
Wildfire smoke is again triggering unhealthy air alerts across parts of the U.S. Here’s what to check now, who’s at higher risk, and what to do.
Mayor Karen Bass signed two emergency executive orders June 29 after the Boyle Heights Lineage fire—air precautions and LAUSD Region East moves through July 21.
Spokane-area burn restrictions start at 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2026, limiting backyard fire pits and most open burning countywide.
Las Vegas Valley residents could comment before Clark County’s July 7 hearing on a proposed 2015 ozone attainment plan update to the NV SIP.
Fort Payne, AL – ADEM posted a proposed consent order for CM Biomass in Crossville, alleging particulate matter violations tied to Air Permit No. X016.
On July 1, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule that would remove the current federal “minimum” public participation requirements for certain “minor” New Source Review (NSR) permits handled through State Implementation Plans (SIPs). If finalized, states and local air agencies would decide whether, when, and how long to provide public comment and hearing opportunities—so community experiences could vary more by location. EPA says the proposal would not change emission standards or weaken environmental protections.
