Smog Warning
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Quebec wildfires continue to improve but risks remain as smog warnings liftedEnvironment Canada has lifted the smog warnings that have been in place across large swaths of the province for several days.CanadaJul 3, 2023
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Montreal air quality ranks worst in the world as officials urge people to stay indoorsOfficials say the risk is highest for people with lung or heart disease, the elderly, children, pregnant people and those who work outdoors.CanadaJun 25, 2023
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Quebec wildfires: How 150 raging blazes are leading to smog warnings for provinceThe warning is in effect for a large swath of Quebec, including the greater Montreal area, where air quality could deteriorate starting Monday afternoon.FireJun 5, 2023
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Over 100 firefighters called to Montreal apartment building fire, families evacuateA poor air-quality smog warning was issued in the surrounding area due to the flames which caused heavy dark smoke that filled the air and sky in the hours following the blaze.FireOct 23, 2022
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Environment Canada warns of poor air quality as smoke from Ontario fires blows in to QuebecThe smoke from forest fires in Ontario is not only causing very hazy skies over Montreal, but is affecting air quality as well.EnvironmentJul 26, 2021
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Smog blankets southern Quebec as wildfire smoke blows in from OntarioChildren with asthma and people with respiratory issues or heart disease are encouraged to avoid 'intense physical activity outdoors' until the warning is called off.CanadaJul 20, 2021
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Environment Canada issues smog warning for MontrealThe weather agency said the smog could be particularly acute in urban areas.WeatherJan 31, 2020
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Smog warning in effect for MontrealThe weather agency says residents can help improve air quality by opting for public transit instead of driving.WeatherJul 9, 2019
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Smog warning in effect for Montreal areaAsthmatic children or people with respiratory ailments or heart disease should avoid intense physical activity.WeatherNov 13, 2017
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Montreal smog warning lifted by Environment CanadaEnvironment Canada officials have lifted the smog warning that was issued across Montreal.CanadaMar 21, 2017
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