Here are ways to protect your home's air quality amid wildfire smoke concerns

Chicago has been under an air quality alert since June 05, 2025, as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts into the region and obscures the city skyline. Local officials have issued warnings for much of the Chicago area, specifically advising children and adults with higher respiratory risks to limit their time outdoors. Vulnerable residents are encouraged to take precautions to protect their health as the air quality plummets due to the arriving wildfire smoke.