Colorado Front Range Issues Air Quality Alert for Ozone and Wildfire Smoke

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Regional Air Quality Council issued an "ACTION DAY ALERT" for the Front Range Urban Corridor, including Denver-Boulder, Fort Collins, and Greeley. Elevated ozone and wildfire smoke levels are expected through Sunday afternoon, August 9, 2026, with moderate air quality. Sensitive individuals are advised to reduce outdoor exertion, indicating a localized public health concern.