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Minnesota is under an air quality alert until Saturday due to Canadian wildfire smoke. Thursday and Friday will see unhealthy air quality statewide, with potentially very unhealthy levels near Lake Superior. Minneapolis ranked among the world's worst air quality on Thursday. The MPCA advises limiting outdoor exertion, especially for sensitive groups. Air quality is expected to improve Saturday as winds shift.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.