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Running AC During Wildfire Smoke | Colorado Springs News
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- Jul 18, 2026
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Summary
Wildfire smoke is blanketing much of the U.S., from the Midwest to the East Coast, with hazardous air quality levels. The EPA says it’s generally safe to run your AC—but only if you’re smart about it. Stick to recirculation mode, avoid “fresh air” settings, and upgrade to high-efficiency filters (MERV 13+). Evaporative coolers? Skip them. Cities like Toledo and Grand Rapids are hitting dangerous AQI levels, and long-term exposure can cause serious health problems—even premature death. Don’t expect relief soon: smoky air could return until wildfires are fully extinguished, which may take months. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/55a856ee8e4e8dc9