The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio Friday, July 17, 2026, from 7:00 AM until midnight as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the “Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups” category in the southwest part of the state to the “Unhealthy” category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the “Very Unhealthy” to “Hazardous” categories.
Air quality advisory “sensitive groups” are populations at higher risk of experiencing health effects from air pollution like smog or wildfire smoke. This includes children and teenagers, older adults, pregnant people, and anyone with pre-existing heart or lung diseases (such as asthma, COPD, or diabetes).
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency`s web site at epa.ohio.gov
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