Air quality from Canadian wildfires especially impacting those with health issues

“With the air quality headaches, and that’s probably the biggest issue I’ve had," said Christina Walker. "Just trying a good deep breath of air. But the headache has been the biggest piece."

Michigan air quality: What to expect for weekend, Fourth of July

As a blanket of haze remains over Michigan from the Canadian wildfires the big question is whether the poor air quality will put a damper on Fourth of July outdoor plans.

How is air quality measured?

As smoky air from Canada’s wildfires shrouds broad swaths of the U.S., here are seven facts you should know about measuring air quality.

Southeast Michigan Air Quality alert continues Thursday; people advised to limit time outside still

As the Air Quality Alert remains in effect Thursday for Southeast Michigan, it's advised that people limit their time outside, while those with certain health conditions avoid the outdoors completely.

Air Quality Alert in effect in Southeast Michigan -- What the AQI colors mean

In the Detroit area, the Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been between Orange (unhealthy for sensitive groups) and Purple (very unhealthy) with some areas occasionally moving into the Maroon (hazardous) level on Wednesday. Here's what that means for your health: