Madison in Smoke Alert | Madison News

Madison’s air quality has hit hazardous levels due to wildfire smoke drifting in from Canada, forcing officials to urge everyone to stay indoors and prompting doctors to report a surge in breathing issues. While daily air quality has improved, these extreme smoke events are becoming more frequent across the Upper Midwest, driven by wind patterns carrying pollution from distant fires. Outdoor workers and active residents should wear N95 masks, keep windows shut, and use air purifiers. People with respiratory conditions must ensure they have their meds ready. Local events — including concerts and the Madison Mallards baseball game — are being moved indoors or postponed. Air travel remains unaffected, as regional airports are prepared for low-visibility conditions. The advisory is expected to last through Friday. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d75c1dacd6477c0d