Chicago Weather: Air Quality Alert for Area, with Potentially Severe Storms Forecast Monday

Heat, Storms, Unhealthy Air

Tonight, isolated thunderstorms are possible across the region, with some having the potential to be strong to severe. We will continue to experience unhealthy air quality conditions due to ongoing wildfires.

How The Wildfire Smoke Is Impacting Unhoused People In Chicago

ALBANY PARK — As Chicago saw record-breaking poor air quality last week, local leaders advised people to stay inside and mask up to avoid the potential health effects. Many were able to follow the recommendation — but it was not as easy for some people, like those who are unhoused or who have to work outdoors. Tracy Alcoser lives in a tent in Ronan Park, 3000 W. Argyle St., part of an encampment of unhoused people. Waking up on Thursday morning,…

How to check air quality near you, with some parts of the Chicago area worse than others

Monday marked the seventh day in a row for Chicago-area air quality alerts.

Chicago weather: Air quality alert for area, with potentially severe storms forecast Monday

An Air Quality Alert remains in effect for the Chicago area Monday due to Canadian wildfire smoke, with potential for severe weather in the evening.