The New Normal: Minnesota Faces Mounting Wildfire and Air Quality Challenges
July 31, 2026
For much of the early summer, Minnesotans enjoyed a rare reprieve from the apocalyptic, orange-hued horizons that defined the previous few years. The air was clear, the skies were a crisp, summer blue, and the familiar scent of woodsmoke—a staple of…
The New Normal: Minnesota Faces Escalating Wildfire Crisis and Persistent Air Quality Alerts
July 24, 2026
For much of the early summer, Minnesotans enjoyed a rare reprieve from the stifling, acrid haze that has defined the last few wildfire seasons. The skies remained a crisp, clear blue, and the air quality stayed within healthy ranges well into July.…
The New Normal: Minnesota Faces Escalating Wildfire Crisis and Persistent Smoke Challenges
July 16, 2026
It is likely just the beginning. For much of the early summer, Minnesota enjoyed a respite from the choking, particulate-heavy air that has defined the state’s recent warm seasons. Residents enjoyed clear blue skies and relatively mild humidity, a…
