Smoky Skies Over Wisconsin: Canadian Wildfires Impact Air Quality

Canadian Wildfires Blanket Parts of US in Smoky Haze Sheboygan, Wisconsin, June 1, 2025 – Uncontrolled wildfires raging in Canada have sent plumes of smoke south, blanketing parts of the central and eastern United States in a hazy atmosphere. The impact is particularly noticeable in Wisconsin, where a viewer-submitted video to FOX Weather shows a smoky sky over Sheboygan on Sunday. "The smoke is quite heavy," said Alex Donovan, who captured the video. "You can really feel it in the air." The hazy conditions are not only visually striking but also pose health risks. Air quality alerts are currently in effect for parts of Minnesota, and residents are advised to take precautions. The situation highlights the far-reaching consequences of the Canadian wildfires and the importance of monitoring air quality during such events. The long-range transport of smoke underscores the interconnectedness of environmental challenges across national borders. FOX Weather continues to monitor the situation and provide updates on air quality as the wildfires persist.