Dr. Marc Grossman, the medical director of emergency medical services at Portsmouth Regional Hospital and Parkland Medical Center, explains how people can protect themselves from moderate air pollution caused by Canadian wildfires.

While alerts have been downgraded from 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' to 'moderate,' the air quality could still be a problem throughout the rest of this week.

This week’s hot and humid weather, compounded by hazy conditions caused by Canadian wildfires, could lead to problems for those with underlying respiratory issues, unless one stays inside.

Smoke from two wildfires — one in south-central Utah, the other near the Grand Canyon — has made its way to the Wasatch Front, causing hazy conditions.

The Springfield Fire Department is encouraging residents to check their homes for smoke alarms after multiple major fire incidents in Springfield this year, and offers free smoke alarm installations and consultations to ensure every home is protected.

The France Canyon Fire in Dixie National Forest was fully contained after more than a month of firefighting efforts, but smoke could be visible for many months

Elevated wildfire threat continues, and wildfire smoke reduces air quality. Possible rain later in the week could help reduce those threats.

The Monroe Canyon Fire burning in Sevier County continues to grow, with Monday bringing the "hottest temperatures so far" and a Red Flag Warning in place, according to an incident update.