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Smoky conditions from Canadian wildfires are expected to move back into the Chicago area, causing air quality to drop.

Chicago

Who
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What
Smoky conditions from Canadian wildfires are expected to move back into the Chicago area, causing air quality to drop.
When
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:42:10 GMT · 7h 42m ago
Where
Chicago ·
Why
Canadian wildfires are producing smoke that is drifting into the Chicago area.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

An Air Quality Alert remains in effect for the Chicago area through Saturday night due to the expected return of smoky conditions.

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