About this episode

Laura discusses the alarming air quality situation in Duluth, where the Air Quality Index reached a staggering level amidst extreme temperatures.

This past week, the Air Quality Index in Duluth reached at least 1134 even as the temperature on Laura's front porch exceeded 100ºF. This situation is terrifying.

People in this episode

Hosts: Laura, Laura Erickson

Topics covered

• air quality
• environment
• climate change
• health
• weather

Keywords

• Air Quality Index
• Duluth
• temperature
• environment
• health risks

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Duluth

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