The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued an air quality alert for elevated levels of fine particulate matter through noon Monday.

Pollutants across the state are expected to reach the very unhealthy (level 5 of 6) to unhealthy (level 4 of 6) range in northern locations, with ranges of unhealthy to unhealthy for sensitive groups (level 3 of 6) farther south.

 The air quality alert, in effect Sunday through Monday, is statewide. Wildfire smoke from Canada will move into Michigan from Saturday through Monday.

When possible, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially if you have heart or respiratory conditions, such as asthma. Monitor for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, or eyes. Reduce or eliminate activities that contribute to air pollution.