Canadian wildfires are once again potentially changing your plans and forcing you indoors. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued an air quality alert Wednesday evening for several northern Wisconsin counties, including Brown, Door, and Kewaunee counties, due to Canadian wildfire smoke mixing down to the surface, causing particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations to become elevated. This marked the third time the DNR has been forced to issue an air quality alert due to the Canadian wildfires, exceeding last year's total. Ultimate Air owner Jeff Blemke says your home’s filters can be a saving grace for you and your family if it is unsafe for you to go outside or if you need to give your body a break from breathing unhealthy air.

Depending on your age, health condition, and the level of air quality alert, it is recommended that you make activities shorter and less intense.