Smoke from a wildfire in the vicinity of Fort McMurray is producing poor air quality and reduced visibility in some areas. Smoke near the ground is causing very high health risk conditions.
High levels of particulate matter may persist locally until the fire is extinguished or controlled.
Individuals may experience symptoms such as increased coughing, throat irritation, headaches or shortness of breath. Children, seniors, and those with cardiovascular or lung disease, such as asthma, are especially at risk.
Read more here: http://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/ab-23_metric_e.html
*Press Release from Government of Canada
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Air Quality Warning for Lakeland Area
Smoke from a wildfire in the vicinity of Fort McMurray is producing poor air quality and reduced visibility in some areas. Smoke near the ground is causing very high health risk conditions.
High levels of particulate matter may persist locally until the fire is extinguished or controlled.
Individuals may experience symptoms such as increased coughing, throat irritation, headaches or shortness of breath. Children, seniors, and those with cardiovascular or lung disease, such as asthma, are especially at risk.
Read more here: http://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/ab-23_metric_e.html
*Press Release from Government of Canada
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