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Hazardous air quality blankets southeastern Wisconsin

A smoke-filled sky near American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Michelle Maternowski
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WUWM
Hazardous air quality in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

An air quality advisory is in effect for the state of Wisconsin until noon on Friday.

As of 7 a.m. Thursday, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reporting that a widespread Very Unhealthy to Hazardous Air Quality Index is being observed nearly statewide in Wisconsin.

Everyone should avoid all physical activity outdoors.

Additional reporting coming soon.

Michelle is WUWM's audience innovation manager.