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NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJune 23, 2026Miami-Dade

Air Quality Alert and Heat Advisory Issued for Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade County has issued an air quality alert due to wildfire smoke and a heat advisory for extreme temperatures. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity and take precautions to stay cool and breathe cleaner air.

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Why It Matters

Residents in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties face immediate health risks from poor air quality and extreme heat, requiring adjustments to daily outdoor activities and safety measures.

Key Facts

  • An air quality alert is in effect for parts of Miami-Dade County until 3 p.m. on June 23, 2026.
  • Air quality is rated 'unhealthy' or 'very unhealthy' in Doral, Sweetwater, and Westchester.
  • The Quarry 2 Fire has burned 19,000 acres and is 97% contained.
  • The Well Fire has burned 2,809 acres and is 85% contained.
  • The Corrections Fire has burned 305 acres and is 15% contained.
  • A heat advisory is in effect for Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Feels-like temperatures are expected to reach 110 degrees.
  • Officials recommend limiting outdoor activities between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • Drivers are advised to use low-beam headlights and increase following distance due to reduced visibility from smoke.

Who's Mentioned

otherCorrections Fire“Active wildfire covering 305 acres.”organizationFlorida Forest Service“Provided data on active wildfires.”organizationNational Weather Service“Provided weather and air quality data.”organizationMiami-Dade County Division of Environmental Resources Management“Issued the air quality alert.”otherWell Fire“Active wildfire covering 2,809 acres.”organizationAirNow“Provided air quality data.”organizationMiami-Dade Fire Rescue“Provided safety guidance regarding smoke and visibility.”otherQuarry 2 Fire“Active wildfire covering 19,000 acres.”