Prepare for poor air quality from Canadian wildfire smoke and rising temperatures today, with rain and thunderstorms expected to return midweek.

On July 15, rain and thunderstorms are expected in southern Michigan and in the Upper Peninsula. Then, more rain and thunderstorms are forecast statewide on July 16. Widespread haze is included in the forecast for northern Michigan as the Canadian wildfire smoke moves over Michigan.

Officials warn southeast Michigan residents to be careful outdoors Tuesday because of expected high ozone pollution levels.

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:47 p.m. in Riverside County, California. Michigan Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

According to witness statements and evidence at the scene, an eastbound 2022 Hyundai was traveling on County Road 388 and attempted to turn into the parking lot of the business. As it was turning, it was struck by a westbound 2025 Chevrolet.