Poor air quality closes Valleyfair, cancels several Twin Cities events
Thursday's poor air quality caused several popular outdoor attractions, including Valleyfair in Shakopee, to close. The USA Cup, one of the biggest youth soccer tournaments in the world, canceled all games for the day. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.
Thursday's poor air quality caused several popular outdoor attractions, including Valleyfair in Shakopee, to close. The USA Cup, one of the biggest youth soccer tournaments in the world, canceled all games for the day. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.
Wildfires smoke causing poor air quality across Midwest
It's not just Minnesota and the Twin Cities that's experiencing poor air quality. The smoke from wildfires in Canada is pushing air quality to unhealthy levels in multiple cities across the country, including Chicago. Kasey Chronis joined FOX 9 News at 5 to show us what it's like there.
It's not just Minnesota and the Twin Cities that's experiencing poor air quality. The smoke from wildfires in Canada is pushing air quality to unhealthy levels in multiple cities across the country, including Chicago. Kasey Chronis joined FOX 9 News at 5 to show us what it's like there.
BWCA wildfires continue to burn
Wildfires continue burning across northeastern Minnesota, where more than a dozen active fires, collectively known as the July Lightning Event, have burned an estimated 55,000 acres. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Wildfires continue burning across northeastern Minnesota, where more than a dozen active fires, collectively known as the July Lightning Event, have burned an estimated 55,000 acres. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Minneapolis air quality hits 300s: Doctors warn of dangers
Smoky air in Minneapolis led to canceled outdoor activities on Thursday, including youth camps and a concert. Doctors warn that the air quality is dangerous for everyone, not just people with lung conditions.
Smoky air in Minneapolis led to canceled outdoor activities on Thursday, including youth camps and a concert. Doctors warn that the air quality is dangerous for everyone, not just people with lung conditions.
How the wildfires are impacting the International Wolf Center
The International Wolf Center in St. Louis County is remaining open during the wildfires in Northern Minnesota. The center is prepared to evacuate at a moments notice, but in the meantime the public is welcome to visit the wolves.
The International Wolf Center in St. Louis County is remaining open during the wildfires in Northern Minnesota. The center is prepared to evacuate at a moments notice, but in the meantime the public is welcome to visit the wolves.
YMCA camper evacuated from BWCA due to wildfires
Summer camps near Ely sent kids home early due to nearby wildfires. Elaine Faust was on a canoe trip through YMCA Camp Widjiwagon in the BWCA that was cut short out of precaution.
Summer camps near Ely sent kids home early due to nearby wildfires. Elaine Faust was on a canoe trip through YMCA Camp Widjiwagon in the BWCA that was cut short out of precaution.
Understanding health impacts of poor air quality
Dr. Douglas McMahon from the Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota joined All Day to break down the health impacts of exposures to poor air quality.
Dr. Douglas McMahon from the Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota joined All Day to break down the health impacts of exposures to poor air quality.
FWC: 13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
Soda shop in Ely offering a spot to gather during fires
Carbonation in Ely is providing a gathering space for community members looking to escape the smoke from wildfires around the region.
Carbonation in Ely is providing a gathering space for community members looking to escape the smoke from wildfires around the region.
What to know about poor air quality across Minnesota
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency joined All Day to break down the record breaking poor air quality conditions in Minnesota. MPCA breaks down the impacts of exposure to poor air quality and tips to stay safe.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency joined All Day to break down the record breaking poor air quality conditions in Minnesota. MPCA breaks down the impacts of exposure to poor air quality and tips to stay safe.
Arizona In-N-Out brawl caught on video shows customers running for cover
A video captured chaos inside a Tempe In-N-Out Burger Rural Road and Play del Norte Drive as a fight broke out, sending frightened customers fleeing for the exit.
A video captured chaos inside a Tempe In-N-Out Burger Rural Road and Play del Norte Drive as a fight broke out, sending frightened customers fleeing for the exit.
Outfitters adapt as wildfires impact plans
BWCA closures have local outfitters scrambling
BWCA closures have local outfitters scrambling
Keeping pets safe during poor air quality
Animal Humane Society shares tips on how to keep your pets safe during poor air quality.
Animal Humane Society shares tips on how to keep your pets safe during poor air quality.
MN weather: Thursday afternoon air quality update
Hazardous air quality continues across much of Minnesota on Thursday as wildfire smoke lingers over the state. FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler explains when conditions are expected to improve and how long the smoke could stick around.
Hazardous air quality continues across much of Minnesota on Thursday as wildfire smoke lingers over the state. FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler explains when conditions are expected to improve and how long the smoke could stick around.
BWCA closure extended again amid ongoing wildfires
FOX 9's Soyoung Kim reports from northern Minnesota, where wildfire smoke has worsened, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness closure has been extended again through Sunday.
FOX 9's Soyoung Kim reports from northern Minnesota, where wildfire smoke has worsened, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness closure has been extended again through Sunday.
Northern Minnesota wildfires: The latest conditions
Wildfires in northern Minnesota are still burning, leading to ongoing emergency responses and expanded evacuation orders. The ongoing conditions are making it increasingly difficult for crews to battle the fires effectively. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz reports.
Wildfires in northern Minnesota are still burning, leading to ongoing emergency responses and expanded evacuation orders. The ongoing conditions are making it increasingly difficult for crews to battle the fires effectively. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz reports.
Business owner offers Minnesota wildfire updates
As wildfires continue to affect Minnesota, Java Moose owner/founder Sarah Jorgenson-Hallberg joins FOX 9’s Good Day to offer an insight into current conditions and business operations along Minnesota’s north shore.
As wildfires continue to affect Minnesota, Java Moose owner/founder Sarah Jorgenson-Hallberg joins FOX 9’s Good Day to offer an insight into current conditions and business operations along Minnesota’s north shore.
Air quality alert: Hazardous air due to wildfire smoke
Minneapolis has the second-worst air quality in the country on Thursday morning due to ground-level smoke from wildfires in northern Minnesota and Canada. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports.
Minneapolis has the second-worst air quality in the country on Thursday morning due to ground-level smoke from wildfires in northern Minnesota and Canada. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports.
Ground-level wildfire smoke impacting metro air quality
FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz explains why wildfire smoke from northern Minnesota and Canada is causing such poor air quality. Unlike typical wildfire smoke that rises to 20,000 to 30,000 feet, this smoke is shallow and concentrated near the ground, where people live and breathe.
FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz explains why wildfire smoke from northern Minnesota and Canada is causing such poor air quality. Unlike typical wildfire smoke that rises to 20,000 to 30,000 feet, this smoke is shallow and concentrated near the ground, where people live and breathe.
American released by Iran amid escalating conflict
Iran released an American citizen who was being held on espionage charges, which President Donald Trump called a gesture of goodwill. Iran then issued a new threat to destroy "all the infrastructure in the region" if the U.S. hits power plants and bridges, as Trump has threatened. FOX's Caroline Shively reports.
Iran released an American citizen who was being held on espionage charges, which President Donald Trump called a gesture of goodwill. Iran then issued a new threat to destroy "all the infrastructure in the region" if the U.S. hits power plants and bridges, as Trump has threatened. FOX's Caroline Shively reports.