NORTHEAST — Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Northeast.
Poor air quality will occur at times due to smoke plumes from wildfires in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, according to the SaskAlert website’s report issued on Tuesday morning.
As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. People are advised to limit time outdoors, consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.
People may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.
People more likely to be impacted by outdoor air pollution, including those aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and those who work outdoors, should reduce or reschedule strenuous outdoor activities and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
Residents are encouraged to call HealthLine 811 for advice on health risks, symptoms and precautions related to poor air quality.
Additional information on how to reduce personal health risks and pollution contributions is available here. The site also provides current and forecast Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) values.
SaskToday will continue providing latest updates issued by Environment Canada.
