Episode

Is Wildfire Smoke Now A Permanent Part Of Chicago Summers?

Podcast: The Block Club Chicago Podcast
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Duration seconds: 1308
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Summary

As Chicago saw record-breaking poor air quality last week, local leaders advised people to stay inside and mask up to avoid the potential health effects. On today's podcast, a chat with WGN-TV meteorologist Bill Snyder on if this is just a part of Chicago summers from now on.