Spokane, WA wildfires forces 60,000 to evacuate; 0% containment

Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.

Wildfire smoke in Milwaukee, Bradford Beach busy during break

Hundreds came out to Milwaukee's Bradford Beach on Saturday. They said the clear skies and clean air were good change of pace from wildfire smoke.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, impact on wildlife and pets

Smoky air is not just causing health concerns for people – it is also impacting animals, especially wildlife.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, impact on wildlife and pets
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Smoky air is not just causing health concerns for people – it is also impacting animals, especially wildlife.

Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, threatens added tariffs

President Trump says Canada should be forced to pay “billions of dollars” for the wildfire smoke that has blanketed large parts of the Midwest and Northeast.

WIldfire smoke health impacts; what you need to know
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Dr. Mark Moss, a pediatric allergist from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk on Friday, July 17 to talk about the very serious impacts of wildfire smoke blanketing the region. 

Map: Milwaukee air quality remains hazardous due to wildfire smoke

Air quality in the Milwaukee area remains hazardous as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota continue to blanket the area Friday.

Wisconsin air quality, wildfire smoke lingers Friday
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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.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin: Another morning of dangerous air quality

Wildfire smoke continues to blanket southeast Wisconsin Friday morning, creating hazardous air quality and poor visibility. Here's when conditions are expected to improve.

Wildfire smoke in Milwaukee, people deal with the terrible air quality

Most of this week – heat and humidity were the enemies of comfort. But this smoke is a whole different level of annoyance and concern.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, hardware store staying busy
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You can actually smell the smoke in the air right now, and visibility across the city has dropped significantly throughout the day.  Health officials say its simply not safe to be outside breathing this in, pushing many to take the right steps to be safe.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, first responders brave the conditions

Milwaukee has some of the worst air in the whole country, but, for first responders – there's no option to stay inside.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin; outdoor activities cancel, pivot

Wildfire smoke forced many outdoor activities to either cancel or pivot on Thursday, from pools and beer gardens to events and camps.

Map: Milwaukee County air quality reaches worst-ever level

Milwaukee County's air quality officially reached its worst ever level on Thursday as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota blanketed the area.

Wildfires, wildfire smoke more prevalent in recent decades?
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Wildfires and wildfire smoke has been noted a lot more in recent decades. FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Rob Haswell spoke with Shel Winkley with Climate Central, to explain what might be happening to cause this.

Map: Where are the Canada wildfires burning?

According to the Canadian government, there are more than 850 active wildfires across Canada as of Thursday. Winds are carrying the smoke southeast from Ontario down to the Midwest and Northeast.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin: Pictures, videos from FOX6 viewers

A thick blanket of smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has reached southeast Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality and hazy conditions.

Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin: Air quality hits dangerous levels

Wildfire smoke continues to blanket southeast Wisconsin Thursday, creating unhealthy air quality and poor visibility. Here's when conditions are expected to improve.

Wildfire smoke hits Wisconsin; poor air quality, hazy skies

Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota will spread across Wisconsin through Thursday, creating hazy skies and unhealthy air quality.