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Air quality warnings, statements over forest fire smoke persist across much of the northwest

Breadcrumb Trail Links Local News This photo was taken at the Webequie Airport on the evening of June 3, showing severe smoke drift from the Red Lake 12 fire. Photo by Mike Calvank/Ministry of Natural Resources jpg, KN, apsmc Environment Canada says …

Canadian wildfire smoke moves into Michigan, more storms forecast

Wildfire smoke drifting overhead from Canada is giving us hazy skies today - and unhealthy air quality levels in some areas. State officials yesterday issued an Air Quality Advisory for the Upper Peninsula and the northern half of the Lower Peninsula …

Brown County air quality to be at 'unhealthy levels' from Canadian wildfires

The air quality in Brown County is expected to reach unhealthy levels on July 25, according to the Department of Natural Resources advisory The DNR said in an advisory notice that Wisconsinites in sensitive groups should consider moving their activities …

Minnesota feeling effects of intense Canadian wildfire season

BC Wildfire Season: Local Gutter Contractor Warns Gutters Can Become a Fire Hazard

As wildfire risk peaks across British Columbia, Heimann Gutters urges homeowners to clear dry debris from gutters to protect homes from ember ignition. ARMSTRONG, BC, CANADA, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With wildfire season well underway …

Minnesota + Wisconsin Lawmakers Spar With Canada Over Smoke

"Enough is enough." "What does your country plan to do about this?" Those are some of the strong words written in a letter that was sent to the Canadian Embassy regarding a crisis facing Minnesota and Wisconsin.  Congressional members …

Wildfire smoke moves south, air quality alert issued for most of state

The Canadian wildfire smoke that covered northwest Wisconsin July 24 has moved south and is causing air quality problems in most of the state. In response, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued an air quality advisory for the following …

Smoke in the North? What to do when you’re traveling amid wildfire season

Summer smoke from Canadian wildfires is once again hazing out Minnesota skies -- just in time for your long-awaited Northwoods vacation. Not the pristine, fresh pine-forest air you were hoping for.It’s probably too late to cancel your accommodations. What …

Dry, muggy Friday with some wildfire smoke

The end of the week will be dry, warm and muggy with a bit of wildfire smoke making for some hazy skies. An area of high pressure will situate itself over the Upper Midwest leading to a quiet day. The upper-air flow will be out of the northwest so some …

Air quality advisory for northern Michigan due to wildfire smoke

Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy warns of unhealthy situation in Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula NEWS RELEASE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT ************************* The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy …

What is causing one of Canada's worst wildfire seasons in history?

FARGO — One of Canada’s worst wildfire seasons in history continues to burn millions of acres, sending streams of smoke into Minnesota and North Dakota that threaten air quality. But why are the fires so much worse this year? Roughly 3,400 wildfires have …

CatIQ releases updated industry loss estimate of CAD 1.313bn for 2024 Jasper wildfire

Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ), an independent Toronto-based provider of catastrophe insurance data and a subsidiary of PERILS, has released its fifth industry-wide loss estimate for the wildfire that swept through Jasper, Alberta, …

‘It felt like a death’: One Saskatchewan family’s flight from wildfires

Larissa Kurz Saskatoon StarPhoenix Linda Lowe was one of hundreds of people abruptly evacuated from the northern Saskatchewan village of Denare Beach in early June, as the uncontrolled Wolf wildfire blazed through 161,000 hectares of forests, highways and …

Squamish today: Be wildfire smart—thankfully, a fire in the valley yesterday was quickly doused

Also, a weak weather disturbance is bringing cooler temperatures and a chance of showers to the B.C. coast today, but sunshine is expected to return by Sunday. Happy Friday, Squamish. Squamish meteorologist Jason Ross tells The Squamish Chief  that a weak …

Province says wildfire aid request...

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has formally requested federal assistance for the province’s wildfire efforts, asking for 300 Type 3 firefighters and additional helicopter support as fire conditions begin to allow safer deployment. As of …

Conventions shift in shadow of wildfires

Thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses were to gather at the RBC Convention Centre this weekend. Instead, groups will meet in their home congregations, live-streaming event programming — an adjustment they learned during the COVID-19 pandemic. Temporary shelter …

The impacts of wildfire smoke on your health

Watch out for wildfire smoke. That’s the warning from health experts as we start to see more wildfires erupt this season. So, how risky is wildfire smoke when it comes to breathing? KIRO 7’s Ranji Sinha spoke to a doctor and the American Lung Association …

Power out in Leaf Rapids due to wildfire that claimed several buildings this week

Manitoba Power is out in the northern Manitoba town of Leaf Rapids after a wildfire entered the community earlier this week and destroyed some infrastructure. Town of roughly 350 has been evacuated for more than 2 weeks The Canadian Press · Posted: Jul 25, …

Southeast Wisconsin weather: Cooler, but still humid; monitoring wildfire smoke

Overnight showers and storms have largely remained south of Wisconsin. Cloud cover is draped over much of the state and will hover above for much of the day. Highs will reach into the upper 70s and lower 80s today thanks to a light northeast wind. Wildfire …

Austin Disaster Relief Network Continues Cleanup Efforts and Survivor Care in Multi-county Flood Response

ADRN continues disaster response across Travis, Williamson, and Kerr Counties—meeting urgent needs while laying the groundwork for long-term recovery. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Disaster Type and Location: …

BC Wildfire Season: Local Gutter Contractor Warns Gutters Can Become a Fire Hazard

As wildfire risk peaks across British Columbia, Heimann Gutters urges homeowners to clear dry debris from gutters to protect homes from ember ignition. ARMSTRONG, BC, CANADA, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With wildfire season well underway …

UNEP FI Features ESGSignals® in Its Newest Sustainability Risk Dashboard

The database is comprised of leading suppliers of sustainability insights for the climate and physical risk assessment needs of capital markets NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RS Metrics is among the risk data providers …

Over the Top Terrazzo Earns National Award for Malibu 'Glass Box House' Reconstruction

Home's terrazzo installation, recognized for its design and craftsmanship, exemplifies resilience and artistry in post-Woolsey Fire reconstruction. FREDERICKSBURG , TX, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the Top Terrazzo …

Preparing Hickory’s Urban Canopy for Storm Season

Tree Safety and Risk Reduction Measures Recommended Ahead of Peak Weather Events HICKORY, NC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With peak storm season approaching in late summer and early fall, property owners across the …

Express Restoration Offers Expert Storm Damage Cleanup for Local Customers

Express Restoration Provides Professional Storm Damage Cleanup for Local Communities EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When severe weather strikes, quick response and expert care are essential to minimize property damage and …

New Mexicans Can Now Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance After Severe Storms, Flooding and Landslides

SANTA FE, New Mexico – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for New Mexicans in Lincoln County who sustained damage from the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, 2025, and continuing. Financial assistance is available …

Clinton County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO - Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Clinton County and Incorporated Areas. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information …

Kentucky Counties Affected by April Flooding and May Tornadoes Now Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky.– Kentucky counties affected by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding and the May 16-17 tornadoes are now eligible to apply for FEMA Public Assistance.  Under FEMA’s Public …

Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Kerr, Travis Counties

AUSTIN, Texas – Disaster Recovery Centers will open Friday, July 25, in Kerr County and Saturday, July 26, in Travis County to offer face-to-face help to survivors who had damage or losses from the severe storms and flooding in Central Texas. The centers …

FEMA Application Deadline Extended To August 22 For Kentuckians Affected by May Tornadoes

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured damage to their property from the May 16-17 tornadoes now have until August 22 to apply for FEMA assistance. Eligible counties are Caldwell, Laurel, Pulaski, Russell, Trigg and Union. …

Two Days Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who experienced damage or loss caused by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides have two days left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply is …

South Texas Disaster Assistance Deadline Has Passed but Help Still Available

AUSTIN, Texas – The July 22 deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance has passed, but help is still available for those who sustained loss from the March 26-28 severe storms and floods in South Texas.  Applicants should stay in touch with FEMA to …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Michigan

WASHINGTON - FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Michigan to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm from March 28-30, 2025. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Oregon

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Oregon to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides from March 13-20, 2025.  Public Assistance …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Indiana to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 9, 2025. Public …

AI and Global Collaboration Take Center Stage at Newsmatics’ Prague Workshop

Global teams met to discuss advancing products such as EIN Presswire, Perspectify and the Newsmatics News Index during strategy workshops. WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics, a leader in AI-powered …

Renters, Students, Self-Employed Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

Tennessee renters, students and self-employed in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Dyer, Hardeman, McNairy, Montgomery, Obion and Wilson counties may be eligible for money to help with personal losses from the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, …

Travis County Disaster Outreach Center to Extend Days of Operation

AUSTIN, Texas – The Travis County FEMA Disaster Outreach Center will remain open until Friday, July 25, to help survivors of the July storms and flooding.  The center, which opened July 16 and has been serving survivors daily, is located at: Round Mountain …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of New Mexico to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding and landslides from June 23, 2025, and continuing.  The President's …