Smoke from wildfires in Canada is creating overcast skies and unhealthy air quality in parts of Minnesota, raising health concerns.

You’re not imagining that campfire smell — thick smoke from Canadian wildfires has settled over Minnesota again, with air quality now unhealthy for everyone.

Saturday's smoky sunshine will stick around all day as the statewide air quality alert continues through the weekend.

Minneapolis faces smoke, heat, and potential thunderstorms, with air quality affected by Canadian wildfires and varying temperatures throughout the week.

Minnesota faces a severe air quality warning until Monday morning. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is urging people to avoid or limit outdoor activities.

A warm and muggy Friday also comes with air an quality alert throughout the state until at least Monday morning.

An air quality alert is in place for the entire state of Minnesota through 9 a.m. Monday. Northern Minnesota falls in the very unhealthy AQI category.

Scattered showers and storms are possible on Friday with pockets of heavy rain and gusty winds. The forecast high Friday in the Twin Cities is 85 degrees, with a mix of sun and clouds. The greatest chance for storms comes in the evening hours with flooding being the main concern.