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Morning Edition
Cathy Wurzer and Ariana Rosas

Wildfire smoke: How to inhale less of it

Smoke from wildfires causes thick haze in the sky
Smoke from wildfires in Canada causes a thick blanket of haze along the Mississippi River on Thursday as seen from the High Bridge in St. Paul. The day brought the worst air quality on record in Minnesota.
Andrew Krueger | MPR News

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An air quality alert remains in effect until Tuesday for most of Minnesota as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to make its way through the state and the surrounding region.

The record-setting unhealthy air has sparked health advisories throughout Minnesota as the wildfire smoke is expected to linger over the region through the weekend until it gradually shifts west. 

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with an allergist at Midwest Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists about what people can do to minimize inhaling harmful particles. 

To avoid any adverse health effects — especially among vulnerable populations and those with cardiopulmonary disease — Dr. Cherie Zachary advised to limit time outdoors, avoid any rigorous activity and mask up. 

For now, the haze skies and smoke plumes are so thick that they’re visible from 22,000 miles in space, according to MPR meteorologist Paul Huttner. 

Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.