Wildfire smoke pouring into the state from Canadian fires has triggered a red air quality alert, signaling that the air is unhealthy for anyone and everyone to breath. The alert, issued by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, is in effect until 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, for large portions of the state, including the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

Minneapolis is under an air quality alert due to wildfire smoke, with a forecast of smoke-filled skies and upcoming clear conditions.

Minnesota's air quality is suffering due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, affecting residents statewide with alerts in place until at least Saturday.