How wildfire smoke is impacting air quality NBC Chicago [Video]

Smoke from wildfires burning across Canada will continue to lead to hazy skies in Illinois Monday, with Chicago air quality expected to be impacted, the NBC 5 Storm Team said.

The smoke, thick at times, began moving into the Chicago area at times last week. Hazy skies due to the wildfires also persisted over the weekend. Early Monday morning skies were still hazy, leading the sun to rise with a deep red hue.

NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Alicia Roman reported Chicago air quality was good Monday morning. However, later in the afternoon, it was expected to move into the “moderate” category, which is level two of six.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “moderate” air quality, with an air quality index, or AQI, of between 51 and 100, poses a risk to some, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.

Roman noted light to moderate smoke would begin to move in around 5 p.m.

“Currently things look ok, …