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Air Quality Alert in the Midwest and Canadian Prairies
Updated: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2 PM (EST) Smoke from extensive wildfires in Canada—especially in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta—continues to drift southward, combining with regional fires in Minnesota, creating dangerous air quality conditions across parts of the Upper Midwest...
Air Quality Alert in Midwest Due to Canadian Wildfires
Smoke from over 160 out-of-control wildfires in Canada is drifting into the Upper Midwest, triggering air quality alerts across Michigan and surrounding states. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity and take precautions to protect their health. As of Friday,...
Wildfire Particulate Matter: Chilling News Plus Safety Tips
During the summer of 2023, the northeastern United States, particularly the densely populated New York/New Jersey metropolitan area, experienced a significant environmental event: the arrival of wildfire particulate matter (WFPM) from extensive Canadian forest fires. A recent study published in...
Invisible Enemies: A Call for a Paradigm Shift in Medicine
Austin Air is not only a leader in air purification, but also a force for good in driving national conversations around environmental health and prevention. This past week, Austin Air partnered with Environmental Medicine Education International (EMEI) to host Invisible...
What’s the AQI, Anyway? A Simple Air Quality Index Guide
We check the weather before we leave the house, but how often do we check the air? The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a simple, color-coded system that helps us understand how clean or polluted the air is – and...
Air Pollution Exposure in Childhood Impacts Brain Function
New research from the Netherlands provides compelling evidence that early exposure to air pollution can disrupt brain development, with potential consequences for emotional and cognitive functioning throughout adolescence. This is the latest evidence that air pollution isn’t just a respiratory...
Invisible Enemies: Airborne Pollutants and Immune Health
Did you know that the air you breathe could be impacting your immune system? Millions of people suffer from chronic infections, autoimmune diseases, and persistent inflammation—but few realize that airborne pollutants may be a hidden culprit. This April, Austin Air...
The Life-Changing Impact of Austin Air: Breathing Easier
At Austin Air, we often hear from customers about the profound impact our purifiers have had on their lives. From relieving allergy symptoms to providing peace of mind for individuals with severe sensitivities, our products are designed to create a...
Spring Has Sprung and Air Quality Issues Follow
The official start of spring was on Thursday, March 20th! The break from winter weather is certainly welcome but it’s important to recognize how this vibrant season can influence air quality. While spring brings blooming flowers and warmer temperatures, it...