Air Quality Alert: Wildfire smoke from fires in southern Ontario, Canada and northeast Minnesota has moved into Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality conditions. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has issued an Air Quality Advisory through noon on Thursday. Air quality is expected to reach the Unhealthy to Very Unhealthy level, with the potential to reach the Hazardous Air Quality Index level. The advisory will be re-evaluated Thursday morning and may be extended based on conditions. According to the Department of Health Services, wildfire smoke can affect anyone, but people who may notice symptoms sooner include older adults, young children, people who are pregnant, outdoor workers, and individuals with heart or lung conditions such as asthma or COPD.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will be conducting a prescribed fire on Buena Vista Wildlife Area on Monday March 9th. The prescribed fire will take place on the south side of Mill Rd, 0.5 miles to the east of County Road F. Ignition operations are slated to begin between 10am and 11am, be concluded by 3-4pm.