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Special air-quality warnings, statements across Canada from Prairies wildfire smoke
NORTHERN ONTARIO, AUG 2 – Smoke from Prairie wildfires caused moderate to high air-quality health risks across northern Ontario, with indexes reaching up to seven, Environment Canada said.
- Smoke from wildfires is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility across large parts of Canada, spanning from British Columbia to Quebec.
- Environment Canada has issued air quality warnings and statements, with the most severe impacts in northern Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories.
- The agency recommends limiting time outdoors and rescheduling outdoor activities, as the poor air quality can cause respiratory issues.
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Special air-quality warnings, statements across Canada from Prairies wildfire smoke (Canada)
Wildfire smoke from the Prairies has prompted special air-quality statements and warnings across the country Saturday. Smoke from forest fires is causing reduced visibility and poor air quality that is expected to persist into Sunday for some areas, according to Environment Canada. The statements sp...
Winnipeg Free Press
Special air-quality statement for northern Ontario from Prairies wildfire smoke
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There will be smoke in Sept-Îles and Baie-Comeau, early Sunday evening, says Environment Canada. Smoke is announced for Sunday evening in some areas of the North Shore, but the air quality index remains acceptable and does not require specific action, except in the event of symptoms, according to the Quebec Air Quality Monitoring Network (QAQRS). However, special air quality alerts and bulletins were still in effect in several Canadian provinces…
There will be smoke in Sept-Îles and Baie-Comeau, early Sunday evening, says Environment Canada. Smoke is announced for Sunday evening in some areas of the North Shore, but the air quality index remains acceptable and does not require specific action, except in the event of symptoms, according to the Quebec Air Quality Monitoring Network (QAQRS). However, special air quality alerts and bulletins were still in effect in several Canadian provinces…
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