Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
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Minnesota state agency committed to ensuring that every Minnesotan has healthy air, sustainable lands, clean water and a better climate.
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UPDATE JULY 14: An air quality alert due to wildfire smoke continues through Monday, July 14, for northern Minnesota. Air quality is expected to reach the red AQI category, which is unhealthy for everyone. Learn more:
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An air quality alert has been issued due to wildfire smoke until 9 a.m. on 7/14. Air quality is expected to reach the purple category, very unhealthy for everyone, in northern MN & will be in the red & orange categories in southern MN. Learn more:
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An air quality alert has been issued due to wildfire smoke for Friday, July 11, for northwest and north central Minnesota. Air quality is expected to reach the purple AQI category in northwest Minnesota, which is very unhealthy for everyone. Learn more:
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Who's this diva?? In today's round of "who's that bug?" we have another case-maker on our hands. This bug has only been recorded three times in Minnesota and likes small, fast-moving streams. Put your guesses in the comments!
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Preparing for climate change is a big challenge, but Minnesota has a plan. We’re updating our Climate Action Framework in 2025 with a stronger focus on local collaboration and community development. Share your thoughts on our climate action steps here:
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Happy Independence Day! As you celebrate the founding of our nation, we hope you remember to recycle properly and light campfires responsibly. Let's take care of our country as we celebrate it this July 4th!
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Climate change is making Minnesota warmer and wetter. We’re updating Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework in 2025 with a stronger focus on local collaboration and community development. Share your thoughts on our climate action steps here:
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Join us on July 15 from 1-2:30 p.m. for an overview of the 2025 draft update to the Minnesota Nutrient Reduction Strategy. The NRS compiles the latest science, research, and data to show how all of us can reduce excess nutrients in Minnesota waters. More:
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Planning a BBQ this weekend? Make sure you're recycling your bottles, cans, and other products correctly. You can learn more about how to properly prepare recyclables here:
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With flash flood warnings issued today in the Twin Cities and beyond, know how to stay safe in a flood and help minimize the environmental damage or pollution they can cause with these tips!
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Seeing green? Harmful blue-green algae blooms can form in hot, calm weather. Know the risks and when in doubt, stay out!
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In today's game of "who's that bug?" a hot new contender has entered the villa 👀 The larvae of this bug are booked and busy, building nets out of spider-like silk to catch their next meal. Did you guess the net-spinning caddisfly?
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The cancelled counties include Aitkin, Becker, Carlton, Cass, Clay, Clearwater, Crow Wing, Grant, Hubbard, Mahnomen, Norman, Otter Tail, Pine, St. Louis, Wadena, and Wilkin. The alert has been expanded to include southeast Minnesota.
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UPDATE 6/12: The air quality alert continues until 11 PM Thursday. A portion of the alert has been cancelled for north central Minnesota.
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Curious about what poor air quality means for you? Give this interview a listen. MPCA meteorologist Matt Taraldsen joins medical and public health experts to discuss what contributes to poor outdoor air quality and what you can do to stay healthy.
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An air quality alert has been issued due to wildfire smoke until Thursday, June 12, for central and southern Minnesota. Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category, which is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Learn more:
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