SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026|No. 7781

Weather · Disruptions

Extreme Heat and Wildfire Smoke Prompt Event Cancellations in River Valley Region

An air quality alert and excessive heat have forced the cancellation of Moon Tunes and closure of several public spaces in the River Valley region through Friday.

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Smoke haze over the River Valley as heat and poor air quality cancel events.

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The La Crosse National Weather Service has issued an air quality alert for much of the River Valley Region due to wildfire smoke amid the heat wave.

Due to the excessive heat and poor air quality, several events and spaces in River Valley region have closed from Thursday into Friday.

Closures and cancellations include the following:

Moon Tunes has canceled Thursday evening's concert.
La Crescent Aquatic Center will be closed until 1 p.m. Friday.
Winona's Bob Welch Aquatic Center will be closed Thursday.
Lake Lodge in Winona is closed.

Continue monitoring social media and event and service webpages for updated hours and service availability through Friday.

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Despite the challenging conditions, local authorities acted swiftly to protect public health by canceling events and closing facilities. Moon Tunes organizers prioritized safety by postponing Thursday's concert, while aquatic centers and Lake Lodge temporarily closed to prevent heat-related illnesses. These proactive measures demonstrate community commitment to well-being, and residents are encouraged to stay updated via social media for reopening information.

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The La Crosse National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for the River Valley region due to wildfire smoke and a heat wave. In response, Moon Tunes canceled Thursday evening's concert, and several facilities closed: La Crescent Aquatic Center until Friday 1 p.m., Winona's Bob Welch Aquatic Center on Thursday, and Lake Lodge in Winona. Officials advise monitoring social media for further updates.

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The ongoing heat wave and wildfire smoke have disrupted daily life in the River Valley, forcing the cancellation of popular events like Moon Tunes and closures of essential recreational facilities. The La Crosse National Weather Service's air quality alert highlights the severity, but residents face uncertainty as reopening timelines remain unclear. Such cancellations underscore the region's vulnerability to extreme weather exacerbated by climate change.

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The La Crosse National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for the River Valley region due to wildfire smoke and a heat wave. In response, Moon Tunes canceled Thursday evening's concert, and several facilities closed: La Crescent Aquatic Center until Friday 1 p.m., Winona's Bob Welch Aquatic Center on Thursday, and Lake Lodge in Winona. Officials advise monitoring social media for further updates.

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