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Last updated:  Jul 17, 2026 - 6:15 PM CDT

Wisconsin air quality, wildfire smoke lingers Friday

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Wisconsin air quality, wildfire smoke lingers Friday

A thick blanket of smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has reached southeast Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality and hazy conditions across the area. Follow live updates from the FOX6 Weather Experts and FOX6 News team.

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10 updates Coverage ended Jul 17, 2026 at 10:00 PM CDT
Jul 17, 2026 - 10:26 AM CDT
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Jul 17, 2026 - 6:15 PM CDT
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Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, impact on wildlife and pets

Jul 17, 2026 - 2:32 PM CDT
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Starry Nights Concert canceled in Brookfield

Jul 17, 2026 - 12:04 PM CDT
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Smoke and extreme heat affect blood donations

Jul 17, 2026 - 11:12 AM CDT
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City of Milwaukee Health Department closes clinics

Jul 17, 2026 - 11:11 AM CDT
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Status update for tonight's Brewers game

Jul 17, 2026 - 11:05 AM CDT
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Map: Milwaukee air quality remains hazardous due to wildfire smoke

Jul 17, 2026 - 10:40 AM CDT
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Air Quality Alert extended until 6 p.m.

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Jul 17, 2026 - 10:28 AM CDT
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Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin: Another morning of dangerous air quality

Jul 17, 2026 - 10:27 AM CDT
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